Derrick vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derrick

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

American English Dutch

8 High Risk

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Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

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Derrick Rank #820

Avi Rank #846

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #846 for Avi.

Is Derrick or Avi more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Avi mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Derrick and Avi boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.