Keagan vs Derick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Keagan Rank #1,617
Derick Rank #1,436

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1617 for Keagan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keagan or Derick more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Keagan at #1617 in the United States.

What do Keagan and Derick mean?

Keagan means "son of the fiery one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Keagan and Derick boy or girl names?

Keagan is primarily a boy name. Derick is primarily a boy name.

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