Aldric Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aldric is of Old High German origin, meaning 'old ruler'. It evolved through Latin and Middle English forms over the centuries. The name conveys traits of leadership and tradition, with no biblical ties. Its popularity peaked during the medieval period and it remains relatively rare today.
The name Aldric is most popular in California, 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, Aldric 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, 'Aldric' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4858th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3700th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6660th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8138th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6678th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aldric' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aldric"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːldrɪk/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Aldric is derived from the Old High German elements 'ald' meaning 'old' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'.
Meaning
Old ruler
Language Evolution
Aldricus (Latin), Aldric (Old High German), Aldrich (Middle English)
Historical Usage
The name Aldric was used in medieval Europe and became more common in England during the Norman Conquest, where it was adapted into various forms.
Variants & Derivatives
Aldrich, Aldrick, Aldricus
Modern Popularity & Image
Aldric is considered an uncommon name today, evoking a sense of tradition and historical depth.
Famous People
Aldric de Puy, Aldric of Utrecht
📊 Aldric Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Aldric Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aldric"
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 "Aldric"
"Aldric" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4858th of 7552 | 37 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3700th of 10718 | 125 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6660th of 16616 | 86 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8138th of 24088 | 125 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6678th of 23106 | 148 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldric" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldric" 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 "Aldric"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aldric" 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.