Derrick vs Harlem

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 #1,015 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home on the wooded hill"

Origin: Dutch

American African-American Dutch

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Derrick Rank #820

Harlem Rank #1,015

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #1015 for Harlem.

Is Derrick or Harlem more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Harlem at #1015 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Harlem mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Harlem means "home on the wooded hill" (Dutch origin).

Are Derrick and Harlem boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Harlem is primarily a boy name.