Alric Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AL-rik /ˈæl.rɪk/
Origin: Old English; Germanic
Meaning: Noble ruler; ruler of all
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alric has its roots in the Old High German name "Aldric," which is composed of the elements "ald," meaning "old" or "wise," and "ric," meaning "ruler" or "power." This name evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Old High German to Middle High German as "Alric" and eventually making its way into Old French as "Alric" or "Aleric." The name entered the English language during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it was adopted and adapted into forms recognizable in Middle English. Historically, the name Alric has been borne by several notable figures, particularly in medieval Europe.
One significant bearer was Alric, King of the Visigoths, who reigned from 395 to 410 AD and is known for his role in the sack of Rome in 410. The name also appears in various historical texts and chronicles, often associated with nobility and leadership.
In the context of Christian history, the name has been linked to saints and religious figures, although specific instances are less documented compared to other names. Culturally, Alric has been associated with wisdom and strength due to its etymological components.
The idea of a wise ruler resonates with the values of leadership and governance in many societies. The name has also inspired various diminutive forms and variations, such as "Aldric" and "Alaric," which have appeared in different cultures and languages, further enriching its historical tapestry.
Overall, Alric embodies a blend of linguistic evolution and cultural significance, reflecting the characteristics valued in leaders throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alric was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Alric has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Alric has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alric is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alric was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Alric
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alric.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1950 | 9 |