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Erick vs Wilder

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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Wilder

Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#391
Total SSA Count
830
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erick Rank #333
Wilder Rank #391

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #391 for Wilder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erick or Wilder more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Wilder at #391 in the United States.

What do Erick and Wilder mean?

Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Erick and Wilder boy or girl names?

Erick is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.

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