Kian vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kian

Boy #417 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ancient, enduring"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Kian Rank #417

Eric Rank #252

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #417 for Kian.

Is Kian or Eric more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Kian at #417 in the United States.

What do Kian and Eric mean?

Kian means "ancient, enduring" (Old Irish origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Kian and Eric boy or girl names?

Kian is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.