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Killian vs Erick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Erick

Boy #333 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever ruler, eternal king"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian German English American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#333
Total SSA Count
1,038
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Killian Rank #370
Erick Rank #333

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #370 for Killian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Killian or Erick more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Killian at #370 in the United States.

What do Killian and Erick mean?

Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Killian and Erick boy or girl names?

Killian is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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