How Many People Are Named Aaric?

Complete statistics for the name Aaric: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Aaric
Very Rare
Germanic/Old Norse

Aaric is a very rare name, with only 556 people alive in the US today. That's 1 in 593,897 Americans. It's also getting more popular, especially among young folks under 30.

~556
Living in US
1 in 593,897
Americans
2016
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Ruler with mercy or gracious ruler
🌐
Origin
Germanic/Old Norse
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Confident Compassionate Adventurous
5
Life Path Number

The number 5 is traditionally associated with freedom, curiosity, and a love of adventure. People connected to this number tend to be adaptable and energetic, always seeking new experiences and embracing change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

686
Worldwide Bearers
#814,623
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
556
🇮🇳 India
5
🇲🇾 Malaysia
3
🇨🇳 China
2
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
2
🇦🇺 Australia
1
🇨🇦 Canada
1
🇬🇧 England
1
🇸🇬 Singapore
1
🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
556 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 18
478
Would be under 30 (85%)
87
Would be 30–60 (15%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 565 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2016

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
81
Classic Feel
15
Modern Appeal
100
International
46

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Aaric Through the Generations

Aaric has a unique story. With just 565 total births across all time but 556 people alive today, it's a name that's gaining traction. The peak year was 2016, when 35 babies were named Aaric, showing a surge in popularity. Most notably, 85% of those named Aaric are under 30, making it a truly modern name. This trend is fascinating given the relatively small number of total births compared to the current living population, indicating a strong preference for the name among recent generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 26
California 13

✨ Similar Names to Aaric

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aaric's Germanic/Old Norse roots

📄 About the Name Aaric

How Many People Have the Name Aaric?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 556 people in the United States currently share the name Aaric. That works out to roughly 1 in every 593,897 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Aaric a Common or Rare Name?

Aaric is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Aaric Mean?

Aaric means "Ruler with mercy or gracious ruler" and comes from Germanic/Old Norse origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Aaric in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Aaric Most Popular?

The name Aaric reached peak popularity in 2016, with 35 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Aaric?

Approximately 556 people named Aaric live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 565. That works out to roughly 1 in 593,897 Americans.

Is Aaric a rare name?

Aaric is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 593,897 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aaric mean?

Aaric means "Ruler with mercy or gracious ruler" and comes from Germanic/Old Norse origins.

Is Aaric more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Aaric are male and 0% are female.

When was Aaric most popular?

Aaric peaked in 2016 with 35 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US556
All-Time Births565
1 in X1 in 593,897
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age18
Peak Year2016
World Rank#814,623
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.