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Erick vs Killian

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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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Killian Rank #370

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #370 for Killian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Killian more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Killian at #370 in the United States.

What do Erick and Killian mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Erick and Killian boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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