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Aldrick

AWL-drik · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Aldrich, meaning 'old ruler'.

Peak popularity
2024
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Aldrick since 1970

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

61218198020002020Most births 2024Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s25
1980s49
1990s36
2000s60
2010s54
2020s29

Meaning & origin

Aldrick is a rare and uncommon name in the United States. First recorded in 1970, the name has never entered the top 1000 and has a stable trajectory, indicating consistently low usage. Its peak year to date was 2024, though with insufficient data to calculate a 1-in-N frequency. The name lacks any strong regional concentration, as no top states have been recorded. While Aldrick may be a modern spelling variant of the Old English Aldrich, its exact derivation is uncertain. The name carries a sound that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional-sounding name.

Aldrick is likely a variant of the Old English name Aldrich, composed of the elements eald 'old' and rīce 'ruler', thus 'old ruler'. Alternatively, it may be a modern coinage combining the popular prefix 'Al-' with the suffix '-drick'. The name is rare in historical records and has seen limited use in the United States since the 1970s.

Aldrick” around the world

Where Aldrick lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.

  • France

    5

    babies in 2024

Sources: INSEE (France).

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Al, Rick

Variants: Aldrich, Aldric

Sibling names for Aldrick

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Aldrick mean?
The meaning of Aldrick is uncertain. It may be a variant of Aldrich, meaning 'old ruler', but its exact origin is debated.
How popular is the name Aldrick?
Aldrick is extremely rare. According to U.S. Social Security data, it has never ranked in the top 1000 names as of the latest data.
Is Aldrick a boy's name or a girl's name?
Aldrick is predominantly used as a boy's name.