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Kade vs Erik

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Kade Rank #346
Erik Rank #477

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kade or Erik more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Kade and Erik mean?

Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kade and Erik boy or girl names?

Kade is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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