Is Arik a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Arik is commonly used as a Boy name.

It’s currently ranked #888 in the U.S. Recent trend: Falling.

Arik Boy

Popularity: #888 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationAH-rik / /ˈɑːrɪk/

Hebrew; German

Meaning

Hebrew: 'lion'; German: 'ruler'

Historical & Cultural Background

In Hebrew culture, the name Arik is often associated with strength and leadership due to its meaning of 'lion'. The name has also been used in German-speaking countries, where it conveys a sense of authority. Arik has gained popularity in various regions, reflecting a blend of cultural influences. It is a relatively modern name that appeals to parents looking for unique yet meaningful options.

Trend Summary

Arik has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.

Variants

Ari
Arikah

International Variants

Arik (Hebrew)
Arik (German)

Famous people named Arik

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Fictional characters named Arik

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Sibling Suggestions

Ari Eli Noah Zev Levi Micah

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Arik was first seen in the United States in 1965. Arik has ranked as high as #1202 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Wisconsin, New York, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Arik has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Arik (2024)

Year:

State	Births	Share
TX	5	100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1965	6
1966	12
1967	8
1968	7
1969	11
1970	19
1971	20
1972	21
1973	23
1974	28
1975	20
1976	20
1977	31
1978	32
1979	36
1980	31
1981	28
1982	26
1983	28
1984	32
1985	35
1986	35
1987	27
1988	43
1989	45
1990	60
1991	45
1992	55
1993	70
1994	63
1995	64
1996	64
1997	55
1998	55
1999	52
2000	81
2001	59
2002	79
2003	68
2004	64
2005	61
2006	64
2007	67
2008	49
2009	50
2010	52
2011	53
2012	57
2013	43
2014	57
2015	62
2016	67
2017	48
2018	43
2019	47
2020	46
2021	38
2022	34
2023	45
2024	36