Alfred vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alfred

Boy #839 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise counselor"

Origin: Old English

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✓ All Clear

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

American English Dutch

8 High Risk

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Alfred Rank #839

Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #839 for Alfred.

Is Alfred or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Alfred at #839 in the United States.

What do Alfred and Derrick mean?

Alfred means "wise counselor" (Old English origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Alfred and Derrick boy or girl names?

Alfred is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.