Declining since 2013, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Alric since 1950
Babies named Alric per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 14 |
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 95 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Alric is a rare English name with ancient roots. While it was first recorded in U.S. data in 1950, its usage has remained extremely low. The name peaked in popularity in 2020 but has been declining since 2013. With a current rank of 8,910 and approximately 1 in 213,510 boys receiving the name in 2025, Alric is a distinctive choice for parents seeking an Old English name with a strong meaning.
Alric is derived from the Old English elements 'æl' meaning 'all' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'. It is a rare given name in modern times, having been used in medieval England but largely falling out of common usage. The name saw a slight revival in the 20th century, possibly inspired by the similar name Alaric.
“Alric” around the world
Where Alric 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, Ric
Sibling names for Alric
Names that share Alric's style, for a brother or sister.
