Derrick: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A gifted ruler of the people, just and fair.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #552
- Peak
- #74 in 1980
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Derrick Means
Derrick is a boy name of English origin. A gifted ruler of the people, just and fair.
How Popular Derrick Is
Derrick currently ranks #552 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #74 in 1980. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Derrick
- Derrick broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #74 in 1980.
- Derrick is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Derrick has been a top 100 name across 141+ years of American history.
- Derrick is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Derrick
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Derrick
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Derrick.
Questions About Derrick
What does Derrick mean?
Derrick is a boy name of English origin. A gifted ruler of the people, just and fair.
How popular is Derrick?
Derrick currently ranks #552 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #74 in 1980. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Derrick come from?
Derrick comes from English roots. Derrick broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #74 in 1980.
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