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Erik

male

Meaning

"Eternal Ruler"

Erik is a Scandinavian form of Eric with deep historical use in Norse-speaking regions and consistent adoption elsewhere.

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Popularity History of Erik

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#476Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#476

Erik was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-22

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Erik Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Erik.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Erik

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Quick Facts

OriginNorse
Syllables2
Length4 letters

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