Erik vs Adolf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #26,599 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble wolf"

Origin: Old Germanic adal + wulf

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Erik Rank #477

Adolf Rank #26,599

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #26599 for Adolf.

Is Erik or Adolf more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Adolf at #26599 in the United States.

What do Erik and Adolf mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Adolf means "noble wolf" (Old Germanic adal + wulf origin).

Are Erik and Adolf boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Adolf is primarily a boy name.