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Erik vs Conrad

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
Conrad Rank #470

Conrad is more popular, ranked #470 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Conrad more popular?

Conrad is more popular, ranked #470 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Erik and Conrad mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin).

Are Erik and Conrad boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Conrad is primarily a boy name.

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