Eternal ruler or sole ruler
Eirik is the Old Norse form of Eric. It is derived from the elements 'ei' meaning ever or always, and 'rikr' meaning ruler or king. It remains a popular and traditional choice in Norway and other Scandinavian countries.
Less common today
Eirik isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,354 in 2017.
Norse explorer who founded the first settlement in Greenland
Norwegian professional footballer
Olympic gold medalist biathlete
Member of the indie folk duo Kings of Convenience
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
