Boy · 438th of 16,616
Derick
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
19,690
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
571
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Derick stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Derick is a name with Germanic roots, originating from the elements meaning 'people' and 'ruler'. It evolved from Theodoric in Old High German, transitioning through Dederick in Middle English to its modern form. The name carries connotations of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance. Derick has seen increased usage in the 20th century, and variants include Derek and Dirk.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrɪk/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Derick is derived from the Old High German name 'Theodoric', which is composed of the elements 'theud', meaning 'people', and 'ric', meaning 'ruler' or 'power'.
Meaning
ruler of the people
Language Evolution
Theodoric (Old High German), Dederick (Middle English), Derick (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Derick gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly as a variant of the more common name Derek.
Variants & Derivatives
Derek, Dirk, Derrick
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Derick is viewed as a strong and traditional name, often associated with leadership and authority.
Famous People
Derick Brassard (Canadian professional ice hockey player), Derick Bauman (American politician)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 571 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 45 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 8 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6350th of 6773 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1039th of 7552 | 981 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 467th of 10718 | 4,834 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 438th of 16616 | 7,295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 702nd of 24088 | 4,656 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1223rd of 23106 | 1,878 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17086th of 27321 | 28 |