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Kolson 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

Kolson Rank #801
Derrick Rank #820

Kolson is more popular, ranked #801 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kolson or Derrick more popular?

Kolson is more popular, ranked #801 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Kolson and Derrick mean?

Kolson means "son of Cole" (English origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Kolson and Derrick boy or girl names?

Kolson is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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