Heiden vs Erich

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erich

Boy #5,905 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eternal ruler, ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse via Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Scandinavian Swiss American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,905
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Heiden Rank #5,763
Erich Rank #5,905

Heiden is more popular, ranked #5763 vs #5905 for Erich.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heiden or Erich more popular?

Heiden is more popular, ranked #5763 compared to Erich at #5905 in the United States.

What do Heiden and Erich mean?

Heiden means "heath dweller, one from the heathlands" (Germanic origin). Erich means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse via Germanic origin).

Are Heiden and Erich boy or girl names?

Heiden is primarily a boy name. Erich is primarily a boy name.

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