Derrick vs Reese

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 #621 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh English American

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Reese Rank #621

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 vs #820 for Derrick.

Is Derrick or Reese more popular?

Reese is more popular, ranked #621 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Reese mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Reese means "ardor, enthusiasm, fierceness" (Welsh origin).

Are Derrick and Reese boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Reese is primarily a boy name.