Eryk - A soft boy name

Eryk is a masculine name of Scandinavian origin, meaning ‘eternal ruler,’ or ‘sole ruler.’ It is a variant of the Old Norse name Eirikr, composed of the elements ‘ein’ (one, alone, unique) and ‘rikr’ (ruler, powerful). Eryk exudes strength, independence, and leadership qualities, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with a commanding presence.

What’s the origin of Eryk

Eryk originated from the Old Norse names Eiríkr or ÆiríkR.

What’s the meaning of Eryk

Eryk means ‘sole ruler’, ‘autocrat’ or ‘eternal ruler’, ‘ever ruler’ and ‘ever powerful’ (from Old Norse “einn” = alone/one/unique, or “ævi” = eternity/time/life + “ríkr” = mighty/ruler/powerful).

Variants of Eryk

• Eric
• Erick
• Erik
• Eryck
• Èric
• Éric

Phonetics

Eryk (EH-rik) is a slightly difficult name to pronounce with a soft sonority