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Cayson 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

Cayson Rank #764
Derrick Rank #820

Cayson is more popular, ranked #764 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cayson or Derrick more popular?

Cayson is more popular, ranked #764 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Cayson and Derrick mean?

Cayson means "healer (via Jason)" (Greek origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Cayson and Derrick boy or girl names?

Cayson is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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