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Koa vs Erik

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
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

Koa Rank #292
Erik Rank #477

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Erik more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Koa and Erik mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Koa and Erik boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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