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Derrick

male

Meaning

"People Ruler"

Derrick is an English form of a Germanic name historically meaning ruler of the people.

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Popularity History of Derrick

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#818Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#818

Derrick was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-60

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Derrick Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Derrick.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Derrick

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Derrick, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

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Quick Facts

OriginGermanic, English
Syllables2
Length7 letters

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