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Maddox 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

Maddox Rank #215
Erick Rank #333

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddox or Erick more popular?

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Erick mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Maddox and Erick boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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