Name comparison
Eric vs Thomas
Thomas is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Eric | Thomas |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 791,254 | 1,399,807 |
| Global rank | #37 | #11 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,111 | 1 in 5,715 |
| Origin | n/a | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 791,254 | 1,399,807 |
How they differ
Thomas has approximately 1.4M living bearers compared to 791k for Eric - a ratio of about 1.8x.
Eric originates from unknown origins. Thomas originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eric or Thomas more popular?
Thomas is more popular worldwide, with approximately 1,399,807 estimated living bearers compared to 791,254 for Eric. That is roughly 1.8x more bearers of Thomas.
What is the difference in origin between Eric and Thomas?
Eric originates from unknown sources. Thomas originates from unknown sources.
Are Eric and Thomas used for the same gender?
Both Eric and Thomas are predominantly used as male names.
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