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Khai vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Khai

Boy #949 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"triumphant, victorious"

Origin: Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese American Arabic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#949
Total SSA Count
240
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Khai Rank #949
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #949 for Khai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Khai or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Khai at #949 in the United States.

What do Khai and Derrick mean?

Khai means "triumphant, victorious" (Vietnamese origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Khai and Derrick boy or girl names?

Khai is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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