Derick vs Berg

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derick

Boy #1,436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,436
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Derick Rank #1,436
Berg Rank #21,697

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derick or Berg more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Derick and Berg mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin).

Are Derick and Berg boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Berg is primarily a boy name.

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