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Haven vs Derick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Haven

Boy #1,482 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"safe harbor, place of refuge"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,482
Total SSA Count
122
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Derick

Boy #1,436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,436
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Haven Rank #1,482
Derick Rank #1,436

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1482 for Haven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haven or Derick more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Haven at #1482 in the United States.

What do Haven and Derick mean?

Haven means "safe harbor, place of refuge" (Old English origin). Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Haven and Derick boy or girl names?

Haven is primarily a boy name. Derick is primarily a boy name.

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