Erik

IPA/ˈɛɹɪk/
KK[ˈɛrɪk]IPA/ˈɛrɪk/

Erik — noun

1. a male first name of Scandinavian origin, also written as Eric; used in Swedish,

1.noun
Definition

a male first name of Scandinavian origin, also written as Eric; used in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Icelandic, Finnish, and occasionally in English-speaking countries.

Example

Erik is a common first name in Sweden.

proper name in subject position + copula + complement

Her brother Erik lives in Oslo with his family.

Usage Note

Also spelled Eric. Both spellings are considered standard; the -k spelling is more common in Scandinavia, while -c is more common in English-speaking countries.

Word family

  • Eric
    noun

Etymology

Old NorseScandinavian languagesEnglish

From Old Norse Eiríkr, composed of ei (ever, always) and ríkr (ruler, king), meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful'. The name spread through Viking and Norse influence across Scandinavia and later into other European languages.