Prince 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

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Popularity Comparison

Prince Rank #404
Erik Rank #477

Prince is more popular, ranked #404 vs #477 for Erik.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prince or Erik more popular?

Prince is more popular, ranked #404 compared to Erik at #477 in the United States.

What do Prince and Erik mean?

Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin). Erik means "eternal ruler, ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Prince and Erik boy or girl names?

Prince is primarily a boy name. Erik is primarily a boy name.

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