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Erick vs Holden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erick

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#333
Total SSA Count
1,038
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Holden

Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#281
Total SSA Count
1,205
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Holden Rank #281

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Holden more popular?

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Holden mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Erick and Holden boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.

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