Aric
Meaning of Aric
Aric, a masculine given name and orthographic variant of Eric, traces its etymological roots to the Old Norse Eiríkr—itself composed of the elements ei, meaning “ever” or “eternal,” and ríkr, denoting “ruler”—and entered the Anglo-American lexicon through successive waves of Scandinavian settlement and Norman influence, thereby accruing associations both with medieval Scandinavian sovereigns and with contemporary figures across disciplines such as science, sport and the arts. In the United States, Aric’s usage pattern has been characterized by a gradual rise through the late twentieth century, reaching its zenith in the mid-1990s before stabilizing in recent years; in 2024, 23 newborn boys were given the name, placing it at rank 901 among male appellations, a datum that reflects its enduring but measured favor in American naming conventions. Pronounced AIR-ik (ɑɪˈrɪk) in English, the name combines historical gravitas with phonetic economy, offering parents a technically precise choice that embodies both traditional resonance and succinct articulation.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as AIR-ik (/ɑɪˈrɪk/)
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Notable People Named Aric
| Aric Almirola - |
| Aric Holman - |
| Aric Nesbitt - |
