Derrick vs Clyde

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 #728 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the River Clyde"

Origin: Scottish Celtic

Scottish English American

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Clyde Rank #728

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Clyde more popular?

Clyde is more popular, ranked #728 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Clyde mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Clyde means "from the River Clyde" (Scottish Celtic origin).

Are Derrick and Clyde boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Clyde is primarily a boy name.