Judson vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derrick

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#820
Total SSA Count
305
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Judson Rank #957
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #957 for Judson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Judson or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Judson at #957 in the United States.

What do Judson and Derrick mean?

Judson means "son of Judd" (English origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Judson and Derrick boy or girl names?

Judson is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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