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Eric James vs. Erik vs. Aeric

We’re thinking about Eric as the name for our baby because we like the sound, but I really wanted to have an "A" name to honor a relative. I then found that the name can also be spelled Aeric or Aerick, both of which I REALLY like, but my husband protests that the kid will always have to spell his name. What do you think? Which spelling is nicer? Thanks! - Diana

The Top Baby Name is...

Eric James

56%

Erik

22%

Aeric

22%

Poll created: Jul 29, 2010
Total Votes: 9
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Comments

I agree. Eric/Erik are more well known. Could you honor the relative with the mn?
posted by Mama of 3 :: 13 years ago | report
I like Erik, but if you go with one of the A spellings, I prefer Aerick. GL!
posted by guest :: 13 years ago | report
My name is Lilah and even though it is a pretty simple name, I have to spell it out for people. I think Aerick is really handsome and I would go for it.
People will argue that your child will hate having to spell his name, but at the end of the day your son wont care THAT much. Id rather be named Aerick then plenty of other names (if i was a guy!)
GOOD LUCK!
posted by Lili :: 13 years ago | report
I like Aerick the best. Im actually middle naming my son Aeryx which is pronounced the same way yet spelled way more unique. GL
posted by guest :: 13 years ago | report
I love Eric (Erik is also good). It’s clean, classic, and incredibly handsome. I do think the Aeric(k) spelling has a greater potential for confusion.

If you’re not set on James for a middle name, here are some "A" alternatives:

Eric Alexander
Eric Abraham
Eric Augustus
Eric Adams
Eric Alden
Eric Ambrose
Eric Archer

Or, if you’re hoping for an "A" first name, would similar sounding Aidric or even Alistair have any appeal?

Best of luck!
posted by guest :: 13 years ago | report
I really like Eric Augustus, but I think I’ll get lots of resistance from my husband, as this was his dad’s mn which, apparently, he hated his whole life. But it sounds so handsome! Thanks for the suggestion, though.
posted by Diana :: 13 years ago | report
I like Eric or Aeric (I think the k in Aerick is a bit redundant). If you’d like an A-name, Aeric is a very handsome choice! And that is my vote. GL!!
posted by guest :: 13 years ago | report

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