Derrick vs Kenai

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 #770 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flat land"

Origin: Dena'ina Athabascan

American Native Alaskan

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Kenai Rank #770

Kenai is more popular, ranked #770 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Kenai more popular?

Kenai is more popular, ranked #770 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Kenai mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Kenai means "flat land" (Dena'ina Athabascan origin).

Are Derrick and Kenai boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Kenai is primarily a boy name.