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Erick vs King

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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King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
King Rank #343

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #343 for King.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or King more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Erick and King mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Erick and King boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.

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