MallowbyNames

Detric

DEH-trik · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Detric or a modern coinage

Peak popularity
1977
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Detric since 1969

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

71320198020002020Most births 1977Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1960s5
1970s131
1980s103
1990s95
2000s69
2010s23
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Detric was first recorded in 1969, at the tail end of a decade that saw many short, distinctive names formed by combining popular sounds. Its peak year was 1977, after which its usage declined steadily. Despite being a rare name, its trajectory has remained stable in recent years, with no significant resurgence. Detric has never had a rank in the top 1000 names, and its one-in-N ratio is incalculably small. It has not been associated with any particular states, and its modern coinage makes it a largely blank canvas for the bearer.

Detric is a rare given name first recorded in the United States in the late 1960s. Its exact derivation is uncertain, but it may be a respelling or variant of the name Detric, or a blend of popular sounds from that era. It has never been widely used, with its peak in the 1970s, and remains extremely uncommon.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: D, Rick

Variants: Detric

Sibling names for Detric

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Detric mean?
The meaning of Detric is uncertain. It may be a variant of Detric or a modern invented name.
Is Detric a popular name?
As of 2025, Detric remains extremely rare. It peaked in rank in 1977 but has not ranked in the top 1000 since the 1980s.
Is Detric a boy or girl name?
Detric is nearly exclusively given to boys, though it is not strictly gendered.