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I like the spelling Erika because its more Scandinavian/Viking then Erica, but I like Astrid even better.

I prefer Erika because I find it more spunky and I tend to prefer Ks anyway e.g. I like Lukas instead of Lucas. I like it! It's creative (in a good way) as in I could see an erika because an artist or a script writer or a poet :)
I'd pick Erika over Astrid any day.

This message was edited 3/22/2013, 10:02 AM

I like Erica's sound and imagery and prefer this spelling, but I will own up to rarely ever liking "c" replaced with "k" when the "c" spelling is the usual one I am accustomed to here in the U.S. I do realize "k" is traditional in other languages.

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I respect Astrid and have a positive impression of the name, but the beginning sound isn't my favorite for something to call a person, and the entire name, overall, does sound a bit harsh to my ear, so I would choose Erica over Astrid where first names are concerned; as a middle name, I might vote the other way, depending on the combo.

I don't love the name, but I'd support it's use anyway. It's a "nice for someone else's kid" type of name for me. I like Erica better. Erika looks like a treendy rendition.

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I'd pick Erica over Astrid.

Erika. Looks more like a viking that way.

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I would definitely choose Astrid, though. I just like Astrid more.

I like it. It's cheerful and neat. I'd choose Erica because it's the English spelling.
I'd pick Astrid over Erica, though; just prefer it.

It's okay. I don't love the name because it reminds me too much of earache. I'd say I prefer Erica. The k of Erika looks too harsh. If I had to choose between Astrid and Erica / Erika, I'd choose Erica. I love how Astrid looks and the meaning, however, I hate how the syllable with a@# is the one that's emphasized.

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Sorry I couldn't be more positive today!

Erika! Erika! Yes, that is definitely my pick in the option. So yes, I do like the new name on your mind.

As Petra pointed out, it is dated- but not in a bad way. It doesn't scream 80s like Tiffany or Amber. It's more of an understated dated that still works today, like Amanda or Christine.

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I prefer Erica because the 'c' makes it look softer and more feminine. I choose Erica (or Erika) hands down over Astrid.

Erika!

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Guess what my name is

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I look forward to seeing people bash Erika / Erica over the course of this thread (usually not too harshly, though); it's "dated," apparently...and that's a contention that's backed up by popularity stats, so I'm not going to complain about it.

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I recently made this assessment of Erica, and I think it pretty accurately sums up my feelings: So, I am mega-biased, but I cannot stand this spelling. It looks short and weak and fluffy, and it accordingly feels really insubstantial. I mean, said aloud, it's great, and I didn't always think that - but I do now. Realistically, it's dated, but not in a gross way like shag carpeting, I don't think.

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I prefer Erika not only because it's my own name, but also because I like the pointiness of the 'k' vs. the 'c'. It gives it more personality and strength, in my opinion.

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If I had to choose between Astrid and Erika, I'd choose Astrid for a daughter and keep Erika for myself.

I like Erica, but not Erika. Erica sounds and looks pretty.

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I would definitely choose Erica over Astrid.

I think Erica's very pretty and ages well. I prefer Errica, and I'd definitely pick Erica over Astrid.