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Erik vs Koa

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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Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Erik Rank #477
Koa Rank #292

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Koa more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Erik and Koa mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin).

Are Erik and Koa boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Koa is primarily a boy name.

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