Stephen vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Stephen Rank #378

Eric Rank #252

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #378 for Stephen.

Is Stephen or Eric more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Eric mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Stephen and Eric boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.