Derrick vs Ezrah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derrick

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#820
Total SSA Count
305
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Derrick Rank #820
Ezrah Rank #816

Ezrah is more popular, ranked #816 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derrick or Ezrah more popular?

Ezrah is more popular, ranked #816 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Ezrah mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Ezrah means "help, helper" (Hebrew origin).

Are Derrick and Ezrah boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Ezrah is primarily a boy name.

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