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Kross 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

Kross Rank #1,317
Derick Rank #1,436

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 vs #1436 for Derick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kross or Derick more popular?

Kross is more popular, ranked #1317 compared to Derick at #1436 in the United States.

What do Kross and Derick mean?

Kross means "cross, crossroads" (Old Norse/Latin origin). Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Kross and Derick boy or girl names?

Kross is primarily a boy name. Derick is primarily a boy name.

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