Erik vs Augustus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Erik Rank #477

Augustus Rank #409

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 vs #477 for Erik.

Is Erik or Augustus more popular?

Augustus is more popular, ranked #409 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Erik and Augustus mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin).

Are Erik and Augustus boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Augustus is primarily a boy name.