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Alaric vs Perseus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alaric

Boy #1,111 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of all, universal ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic Gothic English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,111
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alaric Rank #1,111
Perseus Rank #1,293

Alaric is more popular, ranked #1111 vs #1293 for Perseus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaric or Perseus more popular?

Alaric is more popular, ranked #1111 compared to Perseus at #1293 in the United States.

What do Alaric and Perseus mean?

Alaric means "ruler of all, universal ruler" (Germanic origin). Perseus means "ravager, one who destroys" (Greek origin).

Are Alaric and Perseus boy or girl names?

Alaric is primarily a boy name. Perseus is primarily a boy name.

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