Erik vs Uriah

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

Popularity Comparison

Erik Rank #477
Uriah Rank #655

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 vs #655 for Uriah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erik or Uriah more popular?

Erik is more popular, ranked #477 compared to Uriah at #655 in the United States.

What do Erik and Uriah mean?

Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Erik and Uriah boy or girl names?

Erik is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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