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Aric vs Chadwick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aric

Boy #4,456 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"eternal ruler"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,456
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Chadwick

Boy #4,416 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior's settlement, warrior's town"

Origin: Old English ceadd + wic

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,416
Total SSA Count
24
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Aric Rank #4,456
Chadwick Rank #4,416

Chadwick is more popular, ranked #4416 vs #4456 for Aric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aric or Chadwick more popular?

Chadwick is more popular, ranked #4416 compared to Aric at #4456 in the United States.

What do Aric and Chadwick mean?

Aric means "eternal ruler" (Old Norse origin). Chadwick means "warrior's settlement, warrior's town" (Old English ceadd + wic origin).

Are Aric and Chadwick boy or girl names?

Aric is primarily a boy name. Chadwick is primarily a boy name.

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