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Erickson vs Hal

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hal

Boy #3,485 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"home ruler (from Henry)"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,485
Total SSA Count
33
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erickson Rank #3,351
Hal Rank #3,485

Erickson is more popular, ranked #3351 vs #3485 for Hal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erickson or Hal more popular?

Erickson is more popular, ranked #3351 compared to Hal at #3485 in the United States.

What do Erickson and Hal mean?

Erickson means "son of Eric, son of the ever-ruler" (Old Norse origin). Hal means "home ruler (from Henry)" (Germanic origin).

Are Erickson and Hal boy or girl names?

Erickson is primarily a boy name. Hal is primarily a boy name.

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