Arik

Arik: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Arik

  • A male given name from Hebrew.

Etymology

Transcription of a modern Hebrew diminutive of the Hebrew equivalent of Ariel.

How popular is Arik?

35U.S. babies in 2025
#1379peak rank (1993)
2,613babies since 1880

Since 1880, 2,613 boys in the U.S. have been named Arik. Its highest rank for boys was #1379 in 1993. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Arik FAQ

What does the name Arik mean?

A male given name from Hebrew. Transcription of a modern Hebrew diminutive of the Hebrew equivalent of Ariel.

What is the origin of the name Arik?

Arik is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Arik?

Since 1880, 2,613 boys in the U.S. have been named Arik. Its highest rank for boys was #1379 in 1993. In 2025, 35 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Arik a boy or girl name?

Arik is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,613 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.