The nameElric
Elric is a boy's name, known from Michael Moorcock's hero Elric of Melniboné.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
Meaning
Its origin is debated; it is linked to Germanic names ending in ric, "powerful".
Origin
Germanic.
History
In France it was mostly given from the 1990s to the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Elric
Elric in France
2706thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2007peak year (35 births)
760babies named Elric in France since 1900
Elric was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 225 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Elric. Its rise began around 1971, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Elric in France were born before 2003.
Elric in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elric mean?
Its origin is debated; it is linked to Germanic names ending in ric, "powerful".
What is the origin of the name Elric?
Germanic.
Is Elric a girl's or a boy's name?
Elric is a boy's name.