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Erick vs Maxwell

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
Maxwell Rank #182

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Maxwell more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Maxwell mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Erick and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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