How Many People Are Named Aric?

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

Aric
Very Rare
Germanic/Old Norse

Aric has a classic feel but is quite rare, with only 7,160 people alive in the U.S. today. That's 1 in 46,087 Americans. It peaked in 1977 with 265 births, showing a declining trend.

~7,160
Living in US
1 in 46,087
Americans
1977
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Eternal ruler or noble leader
🌐
Origin
Germanic/Old Norse
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Confident Determined Independent Thoughtful
22
Life Path Number

The number 22 is known as the Master Builder in numerology. It represents someone with extraordinary potential to turn big dreams into reality, combining visionary thinking with practical discipline to achieve something lasting and meaningful.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

7,345
Worldwide Bearers
#81,012
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
7,160
🇿🇦 South Africa
20
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
17
🇵🇰 Pakistan
14
🇻🇪 Venezuela
12
🇫🇷 France
11
🇲🇽 Mexico
10
🇩🇪 Germany
10
🇧🇷 Brazil
10
🇹🇭 Thailand
10

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
7,156 (100%)
♀ Female
5 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 37
2,417
Would be under 30 (32%)
4,928
Would be 30–60 (65%)
260
Would be over 60 (3%)

All 7,605 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: 1977

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
48
Modern Appeal
62
International
5

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

📜 Aric Through the Generations

The name Aric carries a blend of classic charm and modernity, making it stand out among names with similar origins. With just 7,160 people alive in the U.S., it's incredibly rare, especially considering its all-time birth count of 7,605. This gap highlights the name's decline in popularity over the years. The peak year of 1977 saw 265 births, which is notably higher than any other year, indicating a brief surge in its usage. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 32% under 30, 65% aged 30-60, and 3% over 60. This suggests a long-standing presence in American society, with a significant portion of the population being middle-aged. The declining trend is particularly interesting given the relatively high number of people still alive, hinting at a generational shift in naming preferences.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 803
Texas 618
Ohio 348
Michigan 334
Illinois 293
Minnesota 246
New York 235
Wisconsin 176
Pennsylvania 139
Florida 135

✨ Similar Names to Aric

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Aric's Germanic/Old Norse roots

📄 About the Name Aric

How Many People Have the Name Aric?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,160 people in the United States currently share the name Aric. That works out to roughly 1 in every 46,087 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Aric a Common or Rare Name?

Aric 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 Aric Mean?

Aric means "Eternal ruler or noble leader" and comes from Germanic/Old Norse origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Aric Most Popular?

The name Aric reached peak popularity in 1977, with 265 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Aric?

Approximately 7,160 people named Aric live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,605. That works out to roughly 1 in 46,087 Americans.

Is Aric a rare name?

Aric is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 46,087 Americans has this name.

What does the name Aric mean?

Aric means "Eternal ruler or noble leader" and comes from Germanic/Old Norse origins.

Is Aric more male or female?

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

When was Aric most popular?

Aric peaked in 1977 with 265 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US7,160
All-Time Births7,605
1 in X1 in 46,087
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age37
Peak Year1977
World Rank#81,012
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Data Source

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.