Ulric
Ulric first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2021, when 15 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ulric popular?
Rising Ulric has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 42 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 95 | |
| 2000s | 37 | |
| 1990s | 37 | |
| 1980s | 43 | |
| 1970s | 65 | |
| 1960s | 20 | |
| 1950s | 15 | |
| 1940s | 12 | |
| 1930s | 23 | |
| 1920s | 79 | |
| 1910s | 45 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ulric mean?
Middle English form of the Old English name Wulfric, from 'wulf' ('wolf') and 'ric' ('power, ruler'), meaning 'wolf power' or 'wolf ruler'. Note it is often conflated with the German Ulrich, which derives from Uodalrich ('heritage/prosperity ruler') and does NOT contain the wolf element.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ulric mean?
Ulric means wolf power. Middle English form of the Old English name Wulfric, from 'wulf' ('wolf') and 'ric' ('power, ruler'), meaning 'wolf power' or 'wolf ruler'. Note it is often conflated with the German Ulrich, which derives from Uodalrich ('heritage/prosperity ruler') and does NOT contain the wolf element.
What is the origin of the name Ulric?
Ulric is of english origin.
How do you pronounce Ulric?
Ulric is pronounced “UL-rik.”
Is Ulric a boy or a girl name?
Ulric is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Ulric a popular name right now?
Ulric has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Ulric?
In 2025, Ulric ranked #10595 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ulric most popular?
Ulric was most popular in 2021, when about 15 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ulric?
Names similar to Ulric include Lowell, Byron, Remington, Drake, King.
What names go well with Ulric?
english names that pair well with Ulric include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.