Meaning, origin, history
Orrick is a name of Old Norse origin, meaning "from the strong hill" or "noble strength". It is composed of two elements: "orð", which means "hill", and "-ric", which means "power" or "strong". The name was brought to England by the Norse Vikings who settled there during the Middle Ages. Orrick was a popular name among the Norman nobility, and it has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Orric, Orrich, and Aurick. Despite its Old Norse origins, Orrick is not particularly common today, making it a unique and distinctive choice for a baby boy's name.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Orrick since 1880
Total births
6
Total since 1880
Peak year
2017
6 births
in 2017
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
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vs previous 5 years