Asaiah vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derrick

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#820
Total SSA Count
305
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Asaiah Rank #861
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #861 for Asaiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asaiah or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Asaiah at #861 in the United States.

What do Asaiah and Derrick mean?

Asaiah means "God has made, the Lord has done" (Hebrew origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Asaiah and Derrick boy or girl names?

Asaiah is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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