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Eerik
Eerik is a boy's name. "Ever-ruler" or "eternal ruler", from Old Norse.
Meaning
"Ever-ruler" or "eternal ruler", from Old Norse.
Origin
Estonian form of Eric, from Old Norse.
Name day
The traditional Estonian name day for Eerik is May 18. In Estonia and Finland that is a day to send a quick word of congratulation. Name-day calendars differ between countries and are updated from time to time, so the same name can fall on another date across the border.
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Source: Traditional Estonian name-day calendar; etymology is the standard documented origin. · checked 2026-09-04
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eerik mean?
"Ever-ruler" or "eternal ruler", from Old Norse.
When is Eerik's name day?
The traditional Estonian name day for Eerik is May 18. It can fall on a different date in Finland or Sweden.
Where does the name Eerik come from?
Estonian form of Eric, from Old Norse.
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