Derrick vs Corey

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 #679 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hollow, ravine"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish American English

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Corey Rank #679

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Corey more popular?

Corey is more popular, ranked #679 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Corey mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Corey means "hollow, ravine" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Derrick and Corey boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Corey is primarily a boy name.