Nedrick

A boy's name of Old English origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.

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Meaning & Origin

If you're considering Nedrick, you're looking at a name that fewer than 5 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.

The crisp, punchy ending gives Nedrick a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.

Nedrick is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Nedrick is a boy's baby name of Old English origin, an extended form of Ned — itself a medieval pet form of Edward meaning 'wealthy guardian.' Strong and slightly old-fashioned, it has the appeal of a forgotten vintage name.

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In the American context, Nedrick is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (1982–1982). Its Old English roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.

With 5 total births, Nedrick exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.

At a Glance

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Current Rank

Total births

Since 1982

1982

Peak year

5 births

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Popularity Over Time

Nedrick has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1982.

First appeared: 1982Peak: 1982 (5 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Nedrick
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
1980s	5	#7044	—

The Story of Nedrick

A Millennial name

Peaking in 1982, Nedrick is a Millennial-era classic. Boys named Nedrick are most likely born between 1982 and 1982.

How rare is Nedrick?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Nedrick is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1982, peaked in the 1980s with 5 births that decade.

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(1 years, 1982–1982)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Nedrick
Year	Births	Rank	Change
1982	5	#7044	—

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Nedrick is primarily a boy's name.

When was Nedrick most popular?

Nedrick reached its peak popularity in 1982 with 5 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Nedrick?

Nedrick is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 5 babies in the U.S. since 1982. Its peak was in 1982.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1982–1982