Edric Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ED-rik //ˈɛdrɪk//
Origin: Old English; Anglo-Saxon
Meaning: Old English: wealthy ruler; Anglo-Saxon: prosperous leader
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Edric has its roots in Old English, derived from the elements "ead," meaning wealth or fortune, and "ric," meaning ruler or power. This etymological combination suggests a meaning akin to "wealthy ruler" or "powerful leader." The name can be traced back to the early medieval period, with its earliest forms appearing in various Old English texts.
It is believed to have evolved from the Old English name "Eadric," which was recorded in several historical documents, including the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, dating back to the 9th century. One notable historical figure bearing the name was Eadric Streona, an Anglo-Saxon nobleman who lived during the late 10th and early 11th centuries.
He served as an ealdorman of Mercia and is often remembered for his controversial role during the Danish invasions of England. The name Edric also appears in various forms in medieval literature and chronicles, reflecting its usage among the nobility and its association with leadership and power.
Culturally, the name Edric has been associated with themes of nobility and strength, resonating with the ideals of leadership in Anglo-Saxon society. The name's enduring appeal can be attributed to its strong, regal connotations, which have allowed it to persist through centuries.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Eddie" have emerged, although they are more modern adaptations. Overall, Edric embodies a rich historical legacy, reflecting the values and societal structures of early medieval England.
Fictional characters named Edric
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Edric is a fictional character from the video game series Dark Souls. He is a knight who serves as a minor antagonist in the game, known for his formidable combat skills.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Edric was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Edric has ranked as high as #2861 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Edric has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Edric 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 Edric was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Edric.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 36 | 36 |
| 2024 | 71 | 71 |
| 2023 | 56 | 56 |
| 2022 | 66 | 66 |
| 2021 | 42 | 42 |
| 2020 | 58 | 58 |
| 2019 | 79 | 79 |
| 2018 | 137 | 137 |
| 2017 | 49 | 49 |
| 2016 | 42 | 42 |
| 2015 | 39 | 39 |
| 2014 | 33 | 33 |
| 2013 | 39 | 39 |
| 2012 | 22 | 22 |
| 2011 | 39 | 39 |
| 2010 | 29 | 29 |
| 2009 | 31 | 31 |
| 2008 | 21 | 21 |
| 2007 | 29 | 29 |
| 2006 | 26 | 26 |
| 2005 | 31 | 31 |
| 2004 | 32 | 32 |
| 2003 | 29 | 29 |
| 2002 | 20 | 20 |
| 2001 | 22 | 22 |
| 2000 | 20 | 20 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 |
| 1998 | 23 | 23 |
| 1997 | 12 | 12 |
| 1996 | 23 | 23 |
| 1995 | 13 | 13 |
| 1994 | 22 | 22 |
| 1993 | 8 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 | 14 |
| 1991 | 15 | 15 |
| 1990 | 12 | 12 |
| 1989 | 23 | 23 |
| 1988 | 16 | 16 |
| 1987 | 11 | 11 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 |
| 1985 | 15 | 15 |
| 1984 | 18 | 18 |
| 1983 | 16 | 16 |
| 1982 | 21 | 21 |
| 1981 | 20 | 20 |
| 1980 | 27 | 27 |
| 1979 | 26 | 26 |
| 1978 | 21 | 21 |
| 1977 | 20 | 20 |
| 1976 | 11 | 11 |
| 1975 | 20 | 20 |
| 1974 | 13 | 13 |
| 1973 | 23 | 23 |
| 1972 | 13 | 13 |
| 1971 | 24 | 24 |
| 1970 | 17 | 17 |
| 1969 | 12 | 12 |
| 1968 | 12 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 | 9 |
| 1965 | 8 | 8 |
| 1964 | 10 | 10 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Edric (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |