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Kayce 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

Kayce Rank #420
Erik Rank #477

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kayce or Erik more popular?

Kayce is more popular, ranked #420 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Kayce and Erik mean?

Kayce means "alert, watchful, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kayce and Erik boy or girl names?

Kayce is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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