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Dedrick vs Jarad

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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Jarad

Boy #5,298 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"to descend, he who descended"

Origin: Hebrew (yarad)

Cultural Roots

American Hebrew Christian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,298
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dedrick Rank #5,375
Jarad Rank #5,298

Jarad is more popular, ranked #5298 vs #5375 for Dedrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dedrick or Jarad more popular?

Jarad is more popular, ranked #5298 compared to Dedrick at #5375 in the United States.

What do Dedrick and Jarad mean?

Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Jarad means "to descend, he who descended" (Hebrew (yarad) origin).

Are Dedrick and Jarad boy or girl names?

Dedrick is primarily a boy name. Jarad is primarily a boy name.

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