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Raphael 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

Raphael Rank #421
Erick Rank #333

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 vs #421 for Raphael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Erick more popular?

Erick is more popular, ranked #333 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Erick mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Raphael and Erick boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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