Eric vs Myles

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

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Myles

Boy #99 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Latin (miles, soldier)

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#99
Total SSA Count
3,551
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Myl, Myy, Myie

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Popularity Comparison

Eric Rank #252
Myles Rank #99

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 vs #252 for Eric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eric ___

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

Myles ___

  • Myles Alexander
  • Myles Thomas
  • Myles James
  • Myles William
  • Myles Edward
  • Myles Owen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Eric

Kevin Brian Karen Lisa Mark

If you choose Myles

Ellis Felix Hugo Ida Cecily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eric or Myles more popular?

Myles is more popular, ranked #99 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Myles mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Myles means "soldier, merciful" (Latin (miles, soldier) origin).

Are Eric and Myles boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Myles is primarily a boy name.

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