Berg vs Derick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Derick

Boy #1,436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,436
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Berg Rank #21,697
Derick Rank #1,436

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Derick more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Derick mean?

Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin). Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Berg and Derick boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Derick is primarily a boy name.

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