Arik
- Pronunciation
- [A-rik]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Sacred Ruler
- Origin
- English
Arik Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,577 baby boys have been named Arik. The name peaked in 2000 with 81 US births that year (rank #1498). In 2024, ranked #3266 nationally — 1,768 places below its 2000 peak.
Top States for Arik
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Arik births are: California (306), Texas (166), Wisconsin (43).
Other English-Origin Names Like Arik
If you like Arik's English origin, consider these related names: Aaric, Aarika, Aarshiya, Aase, Aasiya. Browse all English names →
4-Letter Names Starting with A
Names with Arik's exact length and starting letter: Aala, Aart, Aase, Aban, Abba.
Quick Facts About Arik
Variant Forms
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Compare Arik to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Arik against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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