Scandinavian name
Erik
Eternal ruler; from Old Norse Eiríkr.
- Typical use
- male
- Syllables
- 2
- Regions
- Sweden, Norway, Denmark
- International spelling
- high
About this name
Erik is a Scandinavian boy name with ties to Sweden, Norway, Denmark. It is often discovered by parents searching for Nordic baby names, Scandinavian name ideas, Old Norse-inspired names, or Viking-era names with a modern feel.
Eternal ruler; from Old Norse Eiríkr.
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