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Grady vs Erik

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

Grady Rank #371
Erik Rank #477

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grady or Erik more popular?

Grady is more popular, ranked #371 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Grady and Erik mean?

Grady means "noble, illustrious" (Irish Gaelic origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Grady and Erik boy or girl names?

Grady is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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