Erik
boy name#545 in 2025Erik entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #64 in 1980, ranks #545 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1911–2025
#545
rank today
#64
peak (1980)
549
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2477 |
| 1920s | #2332 |
| 1930s | #1492 |
| 1940s | #733 |
| 1950s | #486 |
| 1960s | #224 |
| 1970s | #89 |
| 1980s | #84 |
| 1990s | #114 |
| 2000s | #180 |
| 2010s | #328 |
| 2020s | #462 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Erik has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 147,000 people named Erik are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Erik alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Erik in 2025?
- Erik ranks #545 among US boy names in 2025, with 549 babies given the name.
- When was the name Erik most popular?
- Erik peaked in 1980, reaching #64 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Erik with classmates?
- Erik will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Erik and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle