UK boy's name
Aldrich
Of Old English origin: old, rich, and leader.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aldrich is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aldrich popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4678, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2007 to 2010. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Aldrich. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aldrich ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Aldrich.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aldrich as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4678
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Aldrich mean?
The name Aldrich has its origins in the Old English language and dates back to the early medieval period. It is derived from the elements "ald" meaning "old" and "ric" meaning "ruler" or "power," essentially translating to "old ruler" or "venerable leader."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aldrich can be found in the Domesday Book, a great survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears as a personal name as well as a place name, indicating its widespread use at the time.
In the 11th century, Aldrich was a relatively common given name among the Anglo-Saxon nobility and aristocracy. It carried connotations of wisdom, experience, and authority, making it a desirable name for those in positions of power.
Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Aldrich continued to be used, though its popularity waxed and waned over the centuries. Notable individuals bearing the name include Aldrich, Earl of Berkshire (1056-1120), a powerful nobleman during the reign of King Henry I, and Aldrich of Malmesbury (c. 1090-1160), a Benedictine monk and chronicler.
During the Renaissance period, the name Aldrich saw a resurgence in popularity, particularly among the intellectual and artistic circles of Europe. One of the most famous bearers of the name was Aldrich Casaubon (1559-1614), a renowned French scholar and philologist who made significant contributions to the study of classical literature.
In the 17th century, Aldrich was the name of a prominent English churchman and academic, Henry Aldrich (1647-1710). He served as the Dean of Christ Church, Oxford, and was instrumental in the design and construction of several notable buildings within the university.
Another notable figure was the American inventor and engineer Aldrich Barnes (1783-1858), who played a crucial role in the development of early textile machinery and held numerous patents for his innovative designs.
Throughout the centuries, the name Aldrich has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, writers, politicians, and military leaders. While its popularity has ebbed and flowed over time, it remains a name with a rich historical legacy and a strong connection to its Old English roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aldrich over time
The chart below shows babies named Aldrich registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aldrich, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2010, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aldrich by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aldrich was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4678 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Aldrich
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Aldrich: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aldrich in the UK right now?
In 2010, Aldrich was ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aldrich most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Aldrich in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aldrich?
Of Old English origin: old, rich, and leader.
How many people are called Aldrich in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Aldrich across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.