Alric is an historic and unique given name of Germanic origin, composed of the elements 'al' meaning 'all', 'ar' meaning 'warrior', and 'ic' signifying 'ruler'. This name was popular among the Franks during the Middle Ages, and it appears in various forms such as Alaric, Harold, or even the French Alfred. In the context of history, one notable figure is Alaric I (370-410 AD), a king of the Visigoths who conquered Rome. However, the name has since faded from common use and now stands out as an uncommon yet intriguing choice for a first name.
The name Alric experienced varied popularity over the years, with a noticeable increase starting from the late 2000s up until recently. The highest number of births recorded was 16 in 2020.