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Derick vs Todd

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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Todd

Boy #1,598 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fox"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,598
Total SSA Count
108
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Derick Rank #1,436
Todd Rank #1,598

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1598 for Todd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derick or Todd more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Derick and Todd mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin).

Are Derick and Todd boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Todd is primarily a boy name.

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