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Erick vs Stephen

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
Stephen Rank #378

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #378 for Stephen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Stephen more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Erick and Stephen mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Erick and Stephen boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Stephen is primarily a boy name.

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