Zedric

“A modern invention combining 'Z' with 'Edric', which means 'wealthy ruler'.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10841US 2022

7Births / yr

↑Rising

203All-time births

📅 Since 196400

What does Zedric mean and where does it come from?

Zedric is a relatively new name that blends contemporary phonetics with elements of traditional names like Edric. It reflects a trend in the United States of combining letters and sounds to create distinctive, modern names that stand out while maintaining a sense of heritage.

Cultural significance

Zedric has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a modern invention combining 'z' with 'edric', which means 'wealthy ruler'..

Peak popularity

Reached #3352 in 1968 — currently #10841 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zedric?

Zedric works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zedric Grace

How popular is Zedric right now?

Rising fast — up 3225 spots — currently #10841 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2022#10841 · Top 8.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#10841	7	▲ up 3225 · +40% births
2021	#14066	5	▼ down 4398 · -29% births
2020	#9668	7	▼ down 673 · -12% births
2010	#8995	8	▼ down 1373
2000	#7622	8	▲ up 473 · +33% births
1995	#8095	6	▼ down 613
1990	#7482	6	▼ down 747 · +20% births
1980	#6735	5	▼ down 824
1975	#5911	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zedric

Best Year1975Rank #5911

Peak Count8

Average Rank#8824

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 20229 years

The story of Zedric

Zedric is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1964. With 203 total births recorded, Zedric remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5911 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10841 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Zedric in 1968:

Michael David John James Robert

Zedric by decade

Zedric peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	13
1970s	16
1980s	32
1990s ★	48
2000s	48
2010s	39
2020s	7

💎Zedric has only 203 total recorded births since 1964 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zedric?

Common

ZedZeEdric

What names sound and feel like Zedric?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zedric also consider these

Zeric

American · Spear ruler

Dedric

American · Old English

Jedric

American · A variant of

Sedric

England · Old English

Kedric

English · Generous ruler

Terric

American · strong, power

Tedric

English · wealthy ruler

Zedrick

USA · gift of God

Common questions about the name Zedric

What does the name Zedric mean?

Zedric means "A modern invention combining 'Z' with 'Edric', which means 'wealthy ruler'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zedric?

Zedric is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zedric have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zedric?

Zedric originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Zedric trending right now?

Zedric is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Zedric a common or rare name?

Zedric is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.