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Erik vs Jarek

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
Jarek Rank #4,619

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #4619 for Jarek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Jarek more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Jarek at #4619 in the United States.

What do Erik and Jarek mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Jarek means "fierce glory" (Slavic origin).

Are Erik and Jarek boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Jarek is primarily a boy name.

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