Derick name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Boy

Origin: Old High German and Gothic

Usage: English

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Derick

d(e)-ri-ck

Meaning: Ruler of the People and The People's Ruler

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What does Derick mean?
Variations of Derick
Middle Names for Derick
How popular is Derick?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Derick
Sibling Names for Derick
Famous People Named Derick
Lists having Derick

What does Derick mean?

Admired Derick has its origin in Old High German and Gothic, Derick means "Gifted Ruler or The People's Ruler", mostly used in English is given to both sexes. Derick is form of eminent Derrick.

Derrick is a variant of Theodoric. Derrick is German equivalent of Diederik. Meaning of Derrick is King of Nations, First of the People and Form of Derek came from Old High German and Gothic.

Derick is version of illustrous Derek. Derek is an abridged form of TheodoricTheodoric. Derek is German cognate of Derrick. Originated from Gothic and Old High German, Prevailing Derek, Derek means "Ruler of the People, First of the People and King of Nations".

Derick is celebrated on July 9.

How do I pronounce Derick?

The proper pronunciation of three syllabled Derick is d(e)-ri-ck.

Variants of Derick

Derrick, Derek, Theodoric, Diederik, Darick, Ricky, Dieter, Tiede, Dedric, Rick, Diderik, Dietrich, Dareck, Rickyy, Richart, Richeard, Rieke, Aric, Roderick, Ulrich, Diet, Diether, Didier

How popular is the name Derick?

Derick was a popular name in United States. Over 18878 babies have been given the moniker in 80 years. When at the peak of its usage in 1980, it ranked 338th when 571 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.

However after 80 years, the name is on free fall on the charts. In addition to that, the name has been in the top 500 baby names 24 times Derick is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, in use since 1997, peaked in 1998 when it ranked 2074th.

In Ireland, it had been in use since 1964 and made it to the top 200 but has appeared since 1990. Over 168 babies in Ireland have been named Derick. Also, it is among the top 2000 boy names in France.

Over 123 babies in France have been named Derick.

But Derick is a popular baby name in Kenya where every 1 in 2000 have the name as well as in, Zambia, Uganda, Tanzania, South Africa, Cameroon and Ghana.

At least, 120000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our estimate.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2023	1252	153	0	0
2022	1316	142	0	0
2021	1557	111	0	0
2020	1291	140	0	0
2019	1320	138	0	0
2018	1179	161	0	0
2017	1135	167	0	0
2016	1144	168	0	0
2015	1049	189	0	0
2014	1047	190	0	0

View more ▾View full list ▾^{[1] Source: Social Security Administration}

Facts

Derick in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	23	16	0	0
	0	31	25	0
	19	6	0	0
	19	8	0	0
	14	0	0	0

What numbers say about Derick?

You don't even try to explain yourself, except to the people that matter. Open your mind and start listening to what people have to say. Don't question their intentions. Love is most important in your life. When it comes to life goals, you are cautious and always plan precisely your next steps. People who have this number as their expression no can be described as free souls that can't be tamed.

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Queen - Renowned and Ceaseless Queen is originated from English, Queen means "A Female Monarch or Queen" used as a unisex name is used in Sindhi and Sikh
Sherlyn - The widespread unisex name Sherlyn means "Sheryl or Marilyn" which is rooted from English and English-American is notably used in English
Frieda - Persistent and Well-Liked Frieda is used largely in Finnish, Danish and German aimed at girls. Its origin is in German and Germanic, Frieda means "Peaceful Ruler or Lady"
Wilburn - Predominant and Ceaseless Germanic Wilburn means "Well Spring, Willful or Resolute" used as a gender insensitive name is used in English

Middle names for Derick

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Sibling Names for Derick

If you've decided to name your little one Derick, congratulations! Now comes the fun part of choosing names for his future siblings. We've put together a list of names that complement Derick's strong and classic sound, so you can find the perfect names for your growing family.

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Famous people named Derick

Derick K. Grant, African-American tap dancer and choreographer
Derick Thomson, Scottish poet, publisher, lexicographer
Derick Heathcoat-Amory, 1st Viscount Amory, British Conservative politician and member of the House of Lords
Derick Parry, former cricketer from St Kitts and Nevis
Derick Armstrong, former gridiron football wide receiver
Derick Hougaard, South African rugby union player
Derick Brassard, Canadian ice hockey player
Derick Etwaroo, member of the Canadian cricket team
Derick Ogbu is a Nigerian footballer who plays in the striker's demarcation for the Ventforet Kofu of the J. League Division 1.
Actor Derick Morris, well-known for movie Look at Me Again

Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004

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