Back to Baby Names

Derick vs Gentry

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

{:type=>:rhyme_pattern, :severity=>:low, :message=>"'Derick' ending sounds like 'sick/thick/dick'"}

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Derick Rank #1,436
Gentry Rank #1,601

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1601 for Gentry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derick or Gentry more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Gentry at #1601 in the United States.

What do Derick and Gentry mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin).

Are Derick and Gentry boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Gentry is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons