Berg vs Derrick

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

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

Berg Rank #21,697
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berg or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Berg and Derrick mean?

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

Are Berg and Derrick boy or girl names?

Berg is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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