Aric Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aric is of Old Norse origin, meaning 'eternal ruler'. It evolved from the name Eiríkr and has been used in various forms over centuries. The name conveys traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical connections.
The name Aric is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aric has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aric' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2452nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 670th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 773rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1306th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2726th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Aric' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aric"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛrɪk/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Aric is derived from the Old Norse name 'Eiríkr', which is composed of the elements 'ei', meaning 'ever', and 'ríkr', meaning 'ruler' or 'king'.
Meaning
eternal ruler
Language Evolution
Eiríkr, Eric, Aric
Historical Usage
Aric has been used since the Viking Age and gained popularity in various forms throughout Europe, particularly in Scandinavia and later in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Eric, Arik, Eryk
Modern Popularity & Image
Aric is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with leadership and resilience.
Famous People
Aric Almirola, Aric D. Kaiser
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aric"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aric"
"Aric" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2452nd of 7552 | 210 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 670th of 10718 | 2,402 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 773rd of 16616 | 2,571 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1306th of 24088 | 1,865 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2726th of 23106 | 552 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Aric" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
56.97% 1581st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
16.85% 495th/2937 |
23.17% 807th/3483 |
25.33% 891st/3518 |
16.00% 647th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
15.69% 578th/3685 |
24.07% 1077th/4475 |
20.18% 1048th/5194 |
12.76% 806th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.14% 1152nd/4582 |
38.77% 2002nd/5164 |
20.44% 1495th/7313 |
18.10% 1351st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
39.93% 2724th/6822 |
37.59% 2359th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aric" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aric"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aric" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.