Dedric Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dedric is an Old English name meaning 'beloved ruler'. It evolved from 'Deodric' through historical forms like 'Dederic'. The name conveys traits of strength and leadership, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Dedric is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dedric has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dedric' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6287th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1058th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2498th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3828th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7680th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13377th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Dedric' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dedric"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛdrɪk/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Dedric is derived from the Old English name 'Deodric', which is composed of the elements 'deor' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'.
Meaning
Beloved ruler
Language Evolution
Deodric, Dederic, Dedric
Historical Usage
Dedric gained popularity in the early medieval period and has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Derek, Derrick, Deodric
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Dedric is relatively uncommon today but is often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Dedric K. Carter, an American academic and researcher.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dedric"
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 "Dedric"
"Dedric" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6287th of 7552 | 13 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1058th of 10718 | 939 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2498th of 16616 | 402 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3828th of 24088 | 381 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7680th of 23106 | 120 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13377th of 19264 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Dedric" 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) |
38.99% 1145th/2937 |
- |
20.01% 704th/3518 |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
37.37% 1941st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
35.88% 2624th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dedric" 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 "Dedric"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dedric" 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.