Rory vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Rory Rank #226

Eric Rank #252

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #252 for Eric.

Is Rory or Eric more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Rory and Eric mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Rory and Eric boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.