Declan vs Eric

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rick, Rico

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Declan Rank #131
Eric Rank #252

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #252 for Eric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Declan ___

  • Declan James
  • Declan Patrick
  • Declan Michael
  • Declan Ryan
  • Declan Thomas
  • Declan Cole

Eric ___

  • Eric James
  • Eric Thomas
  • Eric William
  • Eric Alexander
  • Eric Charles
  • Eric David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Declan

Finn Liam Siobhan Aoife Rowan

If you choose Eric

Kevin Brian Karen Lisa Mark

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Declan or Eric more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Declan and Eric mean?

Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin). Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin).

Are Declan and Eric boy or girl names?

Declan is primarily a boy name. Eric is primarily a boy name.

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