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Derick vs Davon

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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Davon

Boy #1,567 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved (David) + valley (Devon)"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,567
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Derick Rank #1,436
Davon Rank #1,567

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1567 for Davon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derick or Davon more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Davon at #1567 in the United States.

What do Derick and Davon mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Davon means "beloved (David) + valley (Devon)" (American English origin).

Are Derick and Davon boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Davon is primarily a boy name.

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