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Dedrick vs Garner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dedrick

Boy #5,375 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English African American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,375
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Dedrick Rank #5,375
Garner Rank #5,374

Garner is more popular, ranked #5374 vs #5375 for Dedrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dedrick or Garner more popular?

Garner is more popular, ranked #5374 compared to Dedrick at #5375 in the United States.

What do Dedrick and Garner mean?

Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Garner means "keeper of grain, granary worker" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are Dedrick and Garner boy or girl names?

Dedrick is primarily a boy name. Garner is primarily a boy name.

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