Erik vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erik

Boy #477 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Erik Rank #477

King Rank #343

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #477 for Erik.

Is Erik or King more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Erik and King mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Erik and King boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.