Elric

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Pronounced EL-rik /ˈɛl.rɪk/High

Meaning: From Old English Aelfric, 'elf-ruler', or Ealdric, 'old/noble ruler'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Elf-ruler and bold: Elric is Old English 'elf-ruler' (or 'noble ruler'). Vintage, fantastical, and strong (the Elric of fantasy).

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Origin MediumEnglish, German

MeaningFrom Old English Aelfric, 'elf-ruler', or Ealdric, 'old/noble ruler'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4732 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births21 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 557

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Elric comes from Old English Aelfric, 'elf-ruler' (aelf, 'elf', plus ric, 'ruler'), or Ealdric, 'old/noble ruler' (routes layered, which we note). A vintage, fantastical, strong name (Moorcock's Elric; the Fullmetal Alchemist brothers).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, elf-ruler at the (likely) root, and fantastical.

Did you know? Elric comes from Old English Aelfric ('elf-ruler') or Ealdric ('old/noble ruler') — a vintage, fantastical name (Michael Moorcock's Elric; Fullmetal Alchemist's Elric brothers).

Overall data confidence 68%

References — Aelfric / Elric — routes layered

Variations

AelfricElrickAldric

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Elric mean?

Elric is Old English for 'elf-ruler' or 'old/noble ruler'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Elric?

It's said EL-rik /ˈɛl.rɪk/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Elric a boy or girl name?

Elric is a boy's name.

How popular is Elric?

Elric is a rare name in the U.S.