Erik vs Killian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"associated with the church"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Erik Rank #477

Killian Rank #370

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 vs #477 for Erik.

Is Erik or Killian more popular?

Killian is more popular, ranked #370 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Erik and Killian mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Erik and Killian boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.