Adrik Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adrik is a name of Slavic origin meaning 'dark', derived from elements found in names like Adrian. It has evolved through historical forms like Adrianus and Hadrianus. The name is associated with a strong cultural identity and has gained popularity in Eastern Europe. It holds no biblical relevance. Variants include Adrian and Aldrik, and it is currently seen as a unique and modern choice.
The name Adrik is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Adrik 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, 'Adrik' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4680th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4912th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Adrik' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adrik"
Pronunciation
/ˈæd.rɪk/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Adrik is derived from the Slavic element 'adr', which means 'dark'. It is often considered a diminutive form of names like 'Adrian'.
Meaning
dark
Language Evolution
Adrianus (Latin), Hadrianus (Latin), Adrik (Slavic)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Eastern European countries and has been used in various forms across different Slavic cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Adrian, Aldrik, Aldrich
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Adrik is perceived as a unique and modern name with a strong cultural resonance in Slavic communities.
Famous People
Adrik Vasiliev (fictional character), Adrik Mikhailov (historical figure)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adrik"
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 "Adrik"
"Adrik" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4680th of 24088 | 287 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4912th of 23106 | 234 |
Regional Popularity of "Adrik" 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) |
- | - |
50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
55.09% 3758th/6822 |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adrik" 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 "Adrik"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adrik" 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.