Ruler of the people
Teric is likely a modern variation of the Germanic name Derek or Theodoric. It combines the elements 'theud' (people) and 'ric' (power or ruler), suggesting a leader of the community.
Less common today
Teric isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,412 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).