Name comparison · boy names
Eric vs. Erik
In 2025, Eric leads at #273 among U.S. boys' names, with Erik at #545. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Eric | Erik |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Falling | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #273 | #545 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,256 | 549 |
| All-time peak | #13 in 1973 | #64 in 1980 |
| Uniqueness score | 32 / 100 | 42 / 100 |
| Strongest state | District of Columbia (#168) | Idaho (#302) |