Erik vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Erik Rank #477

Bruce Rank #540

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #540 for Bruce.

Is Erik or Bruce more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Erik and Bruce mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Erik and Bruce boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.