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Aidric

AY-drik · Possibly a variant of Aldric, meaning 'old ruler' or 'wise ruler'.

Peak popularity
2013
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2013

Declining since 2013.

Popularity of Aidric since 2005

Babies named Aidric per year in U.S. Social Security records.

22446620102020Most births 2013Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s104
2010s320
2020s41

Meaning & origin

Aidric is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005, reflecting the trend of reviving medieval Germanic names with a contemporary twist. Derived from the Old High German element 'ald' (old) and 'ric' (ruler), it shares roots with the more established Aldric and Aldrich. The name saw its peak usage in 2013, after which its popularity has steadily declined. It remains a rare choice, ranking below the top 1000, and has not been associated with any particular U.S. state by birth records. Aidric's appeal likely lies in its similarity to trendy names like Aiden while offering a distinctive, historical flair.

Aidric is a modern English variant of the Old High German name Aldric, composed of the elements 'ald' (old) and 'ric' (ruler). It emerged as a given name in the United States around 2005, likely influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Aiden and the revival of medieval Germanic names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Aid, Rick, Ricky

Variants: Aldric, Aldrich, Alderic

Sibling names for Aidric

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aidric mean?
Aidric is thought to derive from Aldric, meaning 'old ruler' or 'wise ruler' in Germanic languages.
How popular is the name Aidric?
Aidric has been in use since 2005, but as of 2025 it does not appear in the top 1000 names. Its peak usage was in 2013.
Is Aidric a boy or girl name?
Aidric is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.