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Erick vs Sean

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
Sean Rank #437

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #437 for Sean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Sean more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Sean at #437 in the United States.

What do Erick and Sean mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Sean means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Erick and Sean boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Sean is primarily a boy name.

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