Bellamy 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

Bellamy Rank #691
Derrick Rank #820

Bellamy is more popular, ranked #691 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellamy or Derrick more popular?

Bellamy is more popular, ranked #691 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Bellamy and Derrick mean?

Bellamy means "beautiful friend, fair friend" (Old French origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Bellamy and Derrick boy or girl names?

Bellamy is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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