Derick vs Keagan

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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Keagan

Boy #1,617 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the fiery one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,617
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Derick Rank #1,436
Keagan Rank #1,617

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1617 for Keagan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derick or Keagan more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Keagan at #1617 in the United States.

What do Derick and Keagan mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Keagan means "son of the fiery one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Derick and Keagan boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Keagan is primarily a boy name.

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