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Dedrick vs Iann

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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Iann

Boy #5,537 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,537
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dedrick Rank #5,375
Iann Rank #5,537

Dedrick is more popular, ranked #5375 vs #5537 for Iann.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dedrick or Iann more popular?

Dedrick is more popular, ranked #5375 compared to Iann at #5537 in the United States.

What do Dedrick and Iann mean?

Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Iann means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dedrick and Iann boy or girl names?

Dedrick is primarily a boy name. Iann is primarily a boy name.

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