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Erick vs Maddox

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
Maddox Rank #215

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Maddox more popular?

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Maddox mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Erick and Maddox boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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