Derrick vs Enoch

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 #719 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dedicated, initiated"

Origin: Hebrew Chanokh

Jewish Christian English African-American

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Derrick Rank #820

Enoch Rank #719

Enoch is more popular, ranked #719 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Enoch more popular?

Enoch is more popular, ranked #719 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Enoch mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Enoch means "dedicated, initiated" (Hebrew Chanokh origin).

Are Derrick and Enoch boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Enoch is primarily a boy name.