Erik: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A ruling name meaning eternal ruler, noble and enduring.
- Origin
- Scandinavian
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #419
- Peak
- #64 in 1980
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Erik Means
Erik is a boy name of Scandinavian origin. A ruling name meaning eternal ruler, noble and enduring.
How Popular Erik Is
Erik currently ranks #419 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #64 in 1980. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Erik
- Erik broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #64 in 1980.
- Erik has been a top 100 name across 152+ years of American history.
- Erik is a name from the Scandinavian tradition.
- It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.
Names Like Erik
Other Scandinavian names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Erik
Scandinavian names that pair well as a brother or sister to Erik.
Questions About Erik
What does Erik mean?
Erik is a boy name of Scandinavian origin. A ruling name meaning eternal ruler, noble and enduring.
How popular is Erik?
Erik currently ranks #419 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #64 in 1980. It has held steady.
Where does Erik come from?
Erik comes from Scandinavian roots. Erik broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #64 in 1980.
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