Edric vs Theophilus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edric

Boy #2,110 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Anglo-Saxon Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,110
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Edric Rank #2,110
Theophilus Rank #2,216

Edric is more popular, ranked #2110 vs #2216 for Theophilus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edric ___

  • Edric James
  • Edric Cole
  • Edric Thorne
  • Edric Valor
  • Edric Ambrose
  • Edric Sterling

Theophilus ___

  • Theophilus James
  • Theophilus Alexander
  • Theophilus Charles
  • Theophilus Edward
  • Theophilus Augustus
  • Theophilus William

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Edric

Aldric Cedric Isolde Rowena Aldous

If you choose Theophilus

Bartholomew Cornelius Theodora Octavia Maximilian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edric or Theophilus more popular?

Edric is more popular, ranked #2110 compared to Theophilus at #2216 in the United States.

What do Edric and Theophilus mean?

Edric means "prosperous ruler" (Old English origin). Theophilus means "friend of God, beloved by God" (Greek origin).

Are Edric and Theophilus boy or girl names?

Edric is primarily a boy name. Theophilus is primarily a boy name.

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