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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Eternal ruler
- Origin
- Old Norse / Swedish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- EHR-ik
Erik comes from Old Norse and Swedish roots and means "eternal ruler." It's pronounced EHR-ik. It has a plain, familiar sound that's been around for generations without feeling flashy.
Meaning & Origin of Erik
Meaning: Eternal ruler.
Origin: Old Norse / Swedish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Erik
EHR-ikIPA /ˈɛrɪk/
Popularity of Erik
In U.S. records spanning 1911 to 2024, Erik peaked at #64 in 1980, when 4,914 boys were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #476, with 644 boys given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Erik mean?
Eternal ruler. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Erik?
Erik is pronounced EHR-ik (IPA: /ˈɛrɪk/).
Is Erik a popular name right now?
Erik peaked at #64 in 1980 and is ranked #476 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1911–2024.)
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