Derik vs Darrin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derik

Boy #3,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic (Theodoric)

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Boy #3,404 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, rocky hill"

Origin: Irish/Gaelic

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Derik Rank #3,402

Darrin Rank #3,404

Derik is more popular, ranked #3402 vs #3404 for Darrin.

Is Derik or Darrin more popular?

Derik is more popular, ranked #3402 compared to Darrin at #3404 in the United States.

What do Derik and Darrin mean?

Derik means "ruler of the people" (Germanic (Theodoric) origin). Darrin means "great, rocky hill" (Irish/Gaelic origin).

Are Derik and Darrin boy or girl names?

Derik is primarily a boy name. Darrin is primarily a boy name.