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Derrick

The name Derrick peaked for girls at #2002 in 1974. Derrick is also used for boys, ranking #850 in 2025.

The name Derrick is a boy's name of Danish origin meaning "the people's ruler".

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Derek is one of those names that, in its heyday, spawned lots of variations, all trendy. Last year, about 300 baby boys were named Derrick and about 1350 were named Derek.

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The name Derrick is currently ranked #850 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #74 in 1980. The name is most popular in Mississippi, Mississippi, and Mississippi. Derrick is occasionally used for girls in 2005.

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