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Simon vs Erick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Simon Rank #251
Erick Rank #333

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #333 for Erick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Erick more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Erick at #333 in the United States.

What do Simon and Erick mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Erick means "ever ruler, eternal king" (Old Norse origin).

Are Simon and Erick boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Erick is primarily a boy name.

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