Declining since 2020, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Beric since 2013
Babies named Beric per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 44 |
Meaning & origin
Beric is a modern name that entered U.S. records in 2013, a relatively recent arrival compared to established names. At its peak in 2019, it reached rank 8,243, but by 2025 its popularity had declined, with an estimated 1 in 189,786 newborns receiving the name. The name's trajectory since 2020 has been falling, reflecting its status as a rare and emerging choice. Beric has not appeared in any top state rankings, indicating its usage is scattered across the country. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a creative variation of names like Eric or Derek, or a respelling of the surname Berwick. Given its recent coinage and lack of historical roots, it is best categorized as a modern invention.
Beric first appeared in records in the United States in 2013. It may be a modern coinage, possibly formed from the sound of names like Eric or Derek with a fashionable initial B. Alternatively, it could be a variant of a surname or place name, but no definitive derivation has been established.
Sibling names for Beric
Names that share Beric's style, for a brother or sister.
