Meaning: Heritage; ruler
The story
A Scandinavian form of Ulrich. Its Germanic elements combine inherited land or heritage with rulership.
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Ulrik comes from Danish, Swedish, and Norwegian.
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