Erik vs Denver

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

Popularity Comparison

Erik Rank #477
Denver Rank #487

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #487 for Denver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Denver more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Denver at #487 in the United States.

What do Erik and Denver mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin).

Are Erik and Denver boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Denver is primarily a boy name.

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