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Coleson 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

Coleson Rank #917
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #917 for Coleson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coleson or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Coleson at #917 in the United States.

What do Coleson and Derrick mean?

Coleson means "son of Cole" (English origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Coleson and Derrick boy or girl names?

Coleson is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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