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Adrik

AH-drik · One possible meaning is 'strong' or 'powerful' from Old High German, but the name is of debated origin and may also be a Russian diminutive.

2025 rank (boys)
#6,803
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2019
2025 frequency
1 in 142,340 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2010

Declining since 2010, #6,803 for boys today.

Popularity of Adrik since 1996

Babies named Adrik per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2006, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Adrik's real moment was 2019.

102030200020102020Most births 2006Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1990s20
2000s197
2010s232
2020s89

Meaning & origin

Adrik is a rare name in the United States, first appearing in Social Security records in 1996. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, but has since declined, with its trajectory falling since 2010. In 2025, the name ranked 6,803, meaning it was given to about 1 in every 142,340 newborn boys. The name is most commonly found in New York, suggesting cultural ties to Russian or German communities. Though its origins are somewhat uncertain, Adrik is likely a diminutive form of Andrey or a variant of Adric, carrying connotations of strength or nobility. Its rarity gives it a distinctive appeal for parents seeking an uncommon name with European roots.

Adrik is likely a diminutive of the Russian name Andrey (Andrew) or a variant of the German name Adric, itself derived from Old High German elements meaning 'noble' or 'powerful'. The name has been used sporadically in the United States since the late 20th century, with a small but persistent presence.

Where Adrik is most popular

Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Adric, Andrik

Sibling names for Adrik

Names that share Adrik's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Adrik mean?
Adrik is often interpreted as 'strong' or 'powerful' from German roots, but it may also be a Russian diminutive of Andrey, meaning 'manly'.
How popular is the name Adrik?
Adrik is very rare. As of 2025, it ranked 6,803 in the U.S., with an incidence of 1 in 142,340 births.
Is Adrik a boy's name or a girl's name?
Adrik is predominantly used as a boy's name.