Aaric Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aaric is of Old Norse origin, meaning 'eternal ruler'. It evolved from the name 'Eiríkr' and has seen various forms throughout history. The name is associated with strong leadership traits and has biblical relevance. Aaric has enjoyed enduring popularity and is viewed positively in modern culture.
The name Aaric is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aaric has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aaric' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6816th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5089th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5060th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aaric' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aaric"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛərɪk/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
Aaric is derived from the Old Norse name 'Eiríkr', which is composed of the elements 'ei' meaning 'ever' or 'always', and 'ríkr' meaning 'ruler' or 'king'.
Meaning
eternal ruler
Language Evolution
Eiríkr (Old Norse), Erik (Old Swedish), Eric (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Aaric gained popularity in the Viking Age and has remained a common name in various forms across Scandinavia and beyond.
Variants & Derivatives
Eric, Eirik, Eirikr
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Aaric is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with leadership and heritage.
Famous People
Aaric M. H. B. W. Schupp, Aaric J. L. P. D. M. D. M. S. Schmitt
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aaric"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aaric"
"Aaric" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6816th of 16616 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5089th of 24088 | 254 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5060th of 23106 | 224 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaric" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
60.69% 4140th/6822 |
60.95% 3825th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aaric" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aaric"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aaric" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.