Boy name
Erik name meaning
“everlasting ruler”
Erik is a masculine Scandinavian name meaning everlasting ruler. It comes from Old Norse Eirikr, conventionally analyzed as elements meaning ever and ruler. The everlasting sense follows the first element, while the second supplies the idea of rulership in the name’s traditional explanation.
What does Erik mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Erik
A Scandinavian name from Old Norse Eirikr, conventionally analyzed as elements meaning ‘ever’ and ‘ruler’.
Name combinations with Erik
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Erik, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Erik Hardiansyah Yuliantoro
Meaning of each word
- Erik: everlasting ruler
- Hardiansyah: mountain; king
- Yuliantoro: associated with July
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Meaning of each word
- Erik: everlasting ruler
- Guritno: verse, composition
- Adiguna: outstanding in ability
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Erik Ananto
Meaning of each word
- Erik: everlasting ruler
- Ananto: boundless, endless
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Meaning of each word
- Cahyanto: light or radiance
- Erik: everlasting ruler
- Mardika: free, unbound
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Erik Prama
Meaning of each word
- Erik: everlasting ruler
- Prama: valid, accurate knowledge
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Meaning of each word
- Erik: everlasting ruler
- Prana: breath, vital force
- Sugiyarto: abundant in wealth
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How to pronounce Erik
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦫꦶꦏ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮈᮛᮤᮊ᮪ |
Is Erik a boy’s name?
Yes, Erik is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 96% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Erik ranks #817 among boy names in our data sample (24 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Erik
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Erik
- Erik Dwi Ermawansyah · b. 1996
- Erik Setiawan · b. 1983
- Erik Sokoy · b. 1994
- Erik Sondhy · b. 1975
- Erik Partogi Siagian · b. 1982
- Erik Adtrada Ritonga · b. 1980
- Erik Darmansyah · b. 1980
- Erik Hidayati · b. 1987
- Erik Hursepuny · b. 1962
- Erik Idrus · b. 1981
- Erik Kurniawan
- Erik Manibuy · b. 1967
FAQ about the name Erik
What is the meaning of Erik?
Erik means everlasting ruler. A Scandinavian name from Old Norse Eirikr, conventionally analyzed as elements meaning ‘ever’ and ‘ruler’.
Is Erik a boy’s name?
Yes, Erik is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 96% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Erik?
Erik is of European origin.
How many syllables does Erik have?
Erik has 2 syllables (E-rik) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Erik?
Erik ranks #817 among boy names in our data sample (24 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Erik?
Some ideas: Erik Hardiansyah Yuliantoro; Erik Guritno Adiguna; Erik Ananto.
Famous people named Erik?
Notable people named Erik include Erik Dwi Ermawansyah, Erik Setiawan, Erik Sokoy.
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