Derrick vs Aiko

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derrick

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#820
Total SSA Count
305
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Aiko

Boy #10,540 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"child of love"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,540
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Derrick Rank #820
Aiko Rank #10,540

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #10540 for Aiko.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derrick or Aiko more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Aiko at #10540 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Aiko mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Aiko means "child of love" (Japanese origin).

Are Derrick and Aiko boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Aiko is primarily a boy name.

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