Old or wise ruler
Derived from the Old English elements 'eald' meaning old and 'ric' meaning ruler or power. It originally functioned as a surname before transitioning into a given name, often associated with maturity and leadership.
Less common today
Eldridge isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,955 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Political activist and writer who was a leader of the Black Panther Party
Prominent American publisher and founder of Modern Industry magazine
Professional wrestler known as 'Superstar' Billy Graham
