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Alaric
BoyGermanic· “ruler of all”
- Meaning
- ruler of all
- Origin
- Germanic
- Pronunciation
- AL-uh-rik
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #1,063
- US babies 2025
- 205
- Best rank
- #822 (2020)
- Peak year
- 2020
Meaning and origin of Alaric
Alaric is a Germanic name that means “ruler of all”.
Usually explained as 'ruler of all', Alaric comes from Germanic elements meaning 'all' and 'ruler' or 'power'. Its most famous bearer is Alaric I, king of the Visigoths, whose forces sacked Rome in 410, a turning point in the history of the Western Roman Empire. A later Alaric ruled the Visigoths in Gaul and Spain. The name has a strong, historic sound that appeals to parents who like distinctive medieval choices. Al, Ric and Rick are possible nicknames.
Popularity over time
Alaric first appears in US Social Security records in 1949. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 6 different years, starting in 2017. Its best national rank was #822 in 2020, the same year it reached its highest count of 279 babies. In 2025, 205 babies were named Alaric, and it ranked #1,063 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #3,619 in 1980, #2,994 in 2000, #2,915 in 2010, and #1,063 in 2025. Of the 3,961 US boys named Alaric since records began, 37% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 1,405 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Niklaus, Kabir, Khalid, Jakobe, and Ameer.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Alaric ranked highest in Kansas, Wisconsin, and Washington.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | #592 | 5 |
| Wisconsin | #680 | 6 |
| Washington | #685 | 9 |
| Massachusetts | #694 | 6 |
| Utah | #704 | 5 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Alaric is usually pronounced AL-uh-rik, with three syllables. It has six letters, starts with A and ends in “-ic”.
Middle names for Alaric
A few middle names that flow with Alaric: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Alaric
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alaric mean?
Alaric is a Germanic name that means “ruler of all”.
What is the origin of the name Alaric?
Alaric has Germanic roots. Usually explained as 'ruler of all', Alaric comes from Germanic elements meaning 'all' and 'ruler' or 'power'.
Is Alaric a popular name?
Not especially. Alaric ranked #1,063 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Alaric a boy or girl name?
Alaric is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Alaric?
Alaric is usually pronounced AL-uh-rik. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings