Adric is a unique and rare male given name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the Welsh word "aderyn," which means "bird." This name has gained popularity due to its association with the science fiction series "Doctor Who," where Adric was a prominent character played by actor Matthew Waterhouse between 1978 and 1981. The character's full name was Adric of Alzarius, making the name Adric more recognizable among fans of the popular British television show.
The name Adric experienced a notable upsurge in popularity from the mid-2010s onwards, with a significant spike occurring in 2014 where there were 36 births, the highest recorded since these statistics began. However, it appears that this trend did not continue, as the number of births dropped significantly in subsequent years, reaching an all-time low of 5 births in 2017. The total number of births over this period is 469.