How Many People Are Named Eirik?

Complete statistics for the name Eirik: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Eirik
Very Rare
Old Norse

Eirik means 'warrior' in Old Norse, making it a rare choice for just 338 people in the US today, or 1 in 977,117 Americans. With most Eiriks under 30, it's clear this name is gaining popularity among younger generations.

~338
Living in US
1 in 977,117
Americans
2017
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Warrior
🌐
Origin
Old Norse
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Strong Determined Confident
7
Life Path Number

People named Eirik are believed to embody the life-path number 7, symbolizing spiritual enlightenment and introspection.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

11,178
Worldwide Bearers
#56,858
Global Rank
🇳🇴 Norway
10,319
🇺🇸 United States
283
🇹🇭 Thailand
97
🇸🇪 Sweden
72
🇩🇰 Denmark
65
🇬🇧 England
50
🇫🇮 Finland
47
🇵🇹 Portugal
28
🇨🇦 Canada
25
🇧🇷 Brazil
20

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
338 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 27
222
Would be under 30 (63%)
120
Would be 30–60 (34%)
11
Would be over 60 (3%)

All 353 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2017

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
75
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
96

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Eirik Through the Generations

Eirik has seen a steady rise in popularity, peaking in 2017 with 17 births. Today, the average age of those named Eirik is 27, with a significant majority, 63%, under 30 years old. This modern name is predominantly found in the United States but also thrives globally, particularly in Norway, where it's more commonly used.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Eirik

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Eirik's Old Norse roots

📄 About the Name Eirik

How Many People Have the Name Eirik?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 338 people in the United States currently share the name Eirik. That works out to roughly 1 in every 977,117 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Eirik a Common or Rare Name?

Eirik is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Eirik Mean?

Eirik means "warrior" and comes from Old Norse origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Eirik in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Eirik Most Popular?

The name Eirik reached peak popularity in 2017, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Eirik?

Approximately 338 people named Eirik live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 353. That works out to roughly 1 in 977,117 Americans.

Is Eirik a rare name?

Eirik is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 977,117 Americans has this name.

What does the name Eirik mean?

Eirik means "warrior" and comes from Old Norse origins.

Is Eirik more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Eirik are male and 0% are female.

When was Eirik most popular?

Eirik peaked in 2017 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US338
All-Time Births353
1 in X1 in 977,117
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age27
Peak Year2017
World Rank#56,858
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.