Erik

American

[er-ik] / ˈɛr ɪk /

noun

a male given name.

Example Sentences

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So I’ve spent some nights with Candice Millard’s “Destiny of the Republic,” Patrick Radden Keefe’s “Say Nothing” and several books by Erik Larson.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

After struggling for first-team opportunities and being stripped of the captaincy by then manager Erik ten Hag, Maguire was linked with a move away from United in August 2023.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Erik Siebert, a nominee who was under Senate consideration, with one of his former personal attorneys, Lindsey Halligan.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Erik Prince-backed drone technology start-up Swarmer advanced 15.1% to $36.71 on Thursday.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Erik and Karim were the only ones who answered.

From Absolutely Almost by Lisa Graff

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