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Erick vs Paxton

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
Paxton Rank #288

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Paxton more popular?

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Erick and Paxton mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin).

Are Erick and Paxton boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Paxton is primarily a boy name.

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