Edric
Edric: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Edric
Root meaning: “wealth, riches”
- A male given name from Old English.
Etymology
From Old English Ēadrīc, from Proto-West Germanic *Audarīk, from Proto-Germanic *Audarīks, from *audaz (“wealth, riches”) + *rīks (“king, ruler”).
How popular is Edric?
Since 1880, 1,732 boys in the U.S. have been named Edric. Its highest rank for boys was #1325 in 2018. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Edric FAQ
What does the name Edric mean?
Edric traces back to a root meaning "wealth, riches". A male given name from Old English. From Old English Ēadrīc, from Proto-West Germanic *Audarīk, from Proto-Germanic *Audarīks, from *audaz (“wealth, riches”) + *rīks (“king, ruler”).
What is the origin of the name Edric?
Edric is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Edric?
Since 1880, 1,732 boys in the U.S. have been named Edric. Its highest rank for boys was #1325 in 2018. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Edric a boy or girl name?
Edric is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,732 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.