Derick vs Kross

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derick

Boy #1,436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

English German American Dutch

8 High Risk

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Boy #1,317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cross, crossroads"

Origin: Old Norse/Latin

American Celebrity

✓ All Clear

Derick Rank #1,436

Kross Rank #1,317

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 vs #1436 for Derick.

Is Derick or Kross more popular?

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 compared to Derick at #1436 in the United States.

What do Derick and Kross mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin).

Are Derick and Kross boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Kross is primarily a boy name.