Leader who protects
Varick is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'war' meaning protection or guard, and 'ric' meaning ruler or power. It is often considered a variant of the name Warrick or Berick. Historically, it has been used as both a surname and a given name, particularly within families of Dutch or German descent in early America.
Less common today
Varick isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,060 in 2014.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Early 20th-century filmmaker and explorer
Revolutionary War figure and former Mayor of New York City
