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Erick vs Justin

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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Justin

Boy #199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"just, righteous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#199
Total SSA Count
1,788
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Justin Rank #199

Justin is more popular, ranked #199 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Justin more popular?

Justin is more popular, ranked #199 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Justin mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin).

Are Erick and Justin boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Justin is primarily a boy name.

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