Derrick

Rank 715th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Derrick was 715th most popular baby name for boys and 1,481st most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 366 babies were named Derrick in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 9,174 babies in the United States were named Derrick. Today, the average age of someone named Derrick is around 40 to 43 years old.

The name "Derrick" is not common today.

Nicknames for Derrick include Rick and Derry.

Derrick Meaning & Origin

Derrick is a strong and confident name often associated with leadership, derived from the Germanic Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people'.

The name Derrick is described as strong-willed, clever and dependable.

Pronunciation

Derrick is pronounced der-reeck in English. The name Derrick has 7 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Derrick

  • The name Derrick is used in the English language as a term for a type of crane with a high or upright arm or beam, used for various purposes including lifting and moving heavy objects.

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Geography

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Similar Sounding Names

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