Is Aric a boy's or girl's name?

Aric is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 5 recorded births.

When was Aric most popular?

Aric reached its peak popularity in 1977 with 265 births that year. It is currently ranked #4427 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Aric?

Aric is currently ranked #4427 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 7,600 babies since 1946.

Aric

A Old Norse name gently fading from the charts.

Boy's name| Also girlsOld NorseDeclining

#4427▼ 865in 2024

Meaning & Origin

Aric is a boy's and girl's baby name of Old Norse origin, a variant of Eric, derived from the Old Norse Eiríkr, composed of ei (ever, always) and ríkr (ruler, powerful), meaning 'eternal ruler' or 'ever powerful.'

With over 7,600 recorded births, Aric is a quietly popular alternative to the ubiquitous Eric. The single-vowel start gives it a slightly more unusual appearance while keeping the strong Scandinavian character intact. It suits parents who love the power of Eric but want something that stands a little more apart.

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Popularity Over Time

Aric was #1335 twenty years ago and has since drifted to #4427, but its charm endures.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Aric
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	159	#3582	▼
2010s	613	#2230	▼
2000s	1,158	#1344	▼
1990s	1,835	#796	▲
1980s	1,389	#774	▼
1970s	1,964	#589	▲
1960s	376	#1462	▲
1950s	79	#2752	▲
1940s	27	#2651	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(75 years, 1946–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Aric
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	23	#4427	-9 (-28.1%)
2023	32	#3562	0
2022	32	#3538	-4 (-11.1%)
2021	36	#3245	0
2020	36	#3138	-8 (-18.2%)
2019	44	#2810	-6 (-12.0%)
2018	50	#2547	-8 (-13.8%)
2017	58	#2272	-5 (-7.9%)
2016	63	#2171	+2 (3.3%)
2015	61	#2212	+2 (3.4%)
2014	59	#2257	+1 (1.7%)
2013	58	#2227	-12 (-17.1%)
2012	70	#2004	+3 (4.5%)
2011	67	#2018	-16 (-19.3%)
2010	83	#1779	0
2009	83	#1797	-24 (-22.4%)
2008	107	#1516	+16 (17.6%)
2007	91	#1669	-31 (-25.4%)
2006	122	#1340	+10 (8.9%)
2005	112	#1343	+2 (1.8%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Aric as a Girl's Name

While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Aric has also been given to 5 girls in the U.S. since 1978.

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Frequently Asked

Can Aric be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Aric is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #4427. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1946–2024) · Methodology