Erik name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 94%
Erik name meaning:
The name Erik is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse name Eiríkr, which is composed of the elements "ei" meaning "ever" or "always" and "ríkr" meaning "ruler" or "king." Therefore, the name Erik can be interpreted to mean "eternal ruler" or "everlasting king."
People with the name Erik are often described as confident, ambitious, and natural leaders. They possess strong willpower and have a drive to succeed in whatever they set their mind to. With their inherent leadership qualities, individuals named Erik tend to take charge in various situations and exhibit excellent decision-making abilities. They are determined and persistent, making them well-suited for positions of authority and responsibility.
Erik is a timeless and classic name that has been popular throughout history. It carries a sense of strength and power, representing a person who is destined to have a lasting impact on the world.
Origin: German
Form of Eric. Ever-powerful.
Related names
Eric , Erich, Erick , Ericka , Erico, Erics, Erik , Erika , Erikka, Eryka, Rica, Rika
Other boys names beginning with E
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 310 out of 4789
151 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
292 - 5yrs
43 - 1yr
36
- Scotland (533)
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Erik
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