Eric vs John
Eric
Gender: boy
Origin: Norse
Meaning: Eternal ruler
Peak: 1972 (1.32%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Eric | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.01% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.02% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 0.02% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 0.02% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 0.04% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.17% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.49% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 1.24% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 1.22% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.90% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.44% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Eric or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Eric peaked in 1972 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Eric and John mean?
Eric means "Eternal ruler" while John means "God is gracious".