Aldrich Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aldrich is an Old English name meaning 'wise ruler'. It has evolved from Aldric in Old French to its current form in Modern English. The name is associated with historical nobility and signifies strength and wisdom. It has no biblical relevance and saw popularity during the Middle Ages. Today, it is recognized as a traditional name with a distinguished image.
The name Aldrich is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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, Aldrich 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, 'Aldrich' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2586th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3882nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5200th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7011th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6951st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7958th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7680th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aldrich' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aldrich"
Pronunciation
/ˈɔːldrɪtʃ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Aldrich is derived from the Old English elements 'ald' meaning 'old' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'powerful'. Thus, the name can be interpreted as 'old ruler' or 'wise ruler'.
Meaning
wise ruler
Language Evolution
Aldric (Old French), Aldrich (Middle English), Aldrich (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Aldrich gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages, particularly among the Anglo-Saxon nobility and has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Aldrich, Aldric, Aldrige
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aldrich is viewed as a traditional yet distinguished name, often associated with strength and wisdom. It is less common today but is appreciated for its historical roots.
Famous People
Aldrich Ames, an American former Central Intelligence Agency officer and convicted spy., Aldrich Van de Mark, a notable American chemist.
📊 Aldrich Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 18 peak births in 2017
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 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aldrich"
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 "Aldrich"
"Aldrich" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2586th of 7545 | 161 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3882nd of 6773 | 62 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5200th of 7552 | 29 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7011th of 10718 | 27 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6951st of 16616 | 79 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7958th of 24088 | 130 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7680th of 23106 | 120 |
Regional Popularity of "Aldrich" 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) |
- | - | - |
52.49% 3316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Aldrich" 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 "Aldrich"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aldrich" 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.