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Erik vs Kason

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
Kason Rank #569

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #569 for Kason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Kason more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Kason at #569 in the United States.

What do Erik and Kason mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Kason means "healer (from Greek Jason)" (Greek via American English origin).

Are Erik and Kason boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Kason is primarily a boy name.

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