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Erik vs Cassius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German American Dutch Finnish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#477
Total SSA Count
644
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erik Rank #477
Cassius Rank #568

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #568 for Cassius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Cassius more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Cassius at #568 in the United States.

What do Erik and Cassius mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin).

Are Erik and Cassius boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Cassius is primarily a boy name.

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