Derrick vs Boden

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 #818 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who brings news"

Origin: Old English

American English Scandinavian

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Derrick Rank #820

Boden Rank #818

Boden is more popular, ranked #818 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Boden more popular?

Boden is more popular, ranked #818 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Boden mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Boden means "one who brings news" (Old English origin).

Are Derrick and Boden boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Boden is primarily a boy name.