Holding steady.
Popularity of Arick since 1961
Babies named Arick per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 55 |
| 1970s | 138 |
| 1980s | 180 |
| 1990s | 241 |
| 2000s | 171 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Arick is a modern American name first recorded in 1961, but it has never entered the top 1000. Its peak year was 1993, though even then it remained rare. The name has maintained a stable trajectory over decades, appearing in small numbers year after year. Arick's lack of a single well-attested origin makes it a true modern coinage, likely a respelling of Eric or perhaps a blend of names like Aaron and Rick. Its rarity and straightforward pronunciation give it a distinctive but uncomplicated feel.
Arick is a modern respelling or variant of the name Eric, which derives from Old Norse Eiríkr, meaning 'eternal ruler.' However, Arick lacks a well-attested etymological history and is likely a creative spelling that emerged in the late 20th century, possibly influenced by the trend of substituting 'A' for 'E' or adding a 'c' for distinction.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rick, Ari
Sibling names for Arick
Names that share Arick's style, for a brother or sister.
