Derrick vs Chandler

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 #739 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"candle maker or seller"

Origin: Old French

English American French

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Chandler Rank #739

Chandler is more popular, ranked #739 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Chandler more popular?

Chandler is more popular, ranked #739 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Chandler mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Chandler means "candle maker or seller" (Old French origin).

Are Derrick and Chandler boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Chandler is primarily a boy name.