Derrick vs Mac

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 #696 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"son of"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish American

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Mac Rank #696

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Mac more popular?

Mac is more popular, ranked #696 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Mac mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Mac means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Derrick and Mac boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Mac is primarily a boy name.