Ric
boy nameRic entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #1026 in 1958, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
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rank today
#1026
peak (1958)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2211 |
| 1950s | #1245 |
| 1960s | #1383 |
| 1970s | #2767 |
| 1980s | #3248 |
| 1990s | #6283 |
| 2000s | #8457 |
| 2010s | #8864 |
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Ric are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ric alive today was born around 1964, making them about 61 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ric in 2025?
- Ric is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ric most popular?
- Ric peaked in 1958, reaching #1026 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ric with classmates?
- Ric will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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