Erik vs Trevor

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

Trevor

Boy #626 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"large homestead, great settlement"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

English Welsh American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#626
Total SSA Count
451
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Erik Rank #477
Trevor Rank #626

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #626 for Trevor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Trevor more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Trevor at #626 in the United States.

What do Erik and Trevor mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin).

Are Erik and Trevor boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Trevor is primarily a boy name.

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