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Erik vs Ledger

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
Ledger Rank #503

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #503 for Ledger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Ledger more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Ledger at #503 in the United States.

What do Erik and Ledger mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Ledger means "record keeper" (Middle English origin).

Are Erik and Ledger boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Ledger is primarily a boy name.

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