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Erick vs Matthias

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
Matthias Rank #472

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #472 for Matthias.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Matthias more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Matthias at #472 in the United States.

What do Erick and Matthias mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Matthias means "gift of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Erick and Matthias boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Matthias is primarily a boy name.

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