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Lenox vs Derick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lenox

Boy #1,555 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm grove"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,555
Total SSA Count
112
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Lenox Rank #1,555
Derick Rank #1,436

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1555 for Lenox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lenox or Derick more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Lenox at #1555 in the United States.

What do Lenox and Derick mean?

Lenox means "elm grove" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Lenox and Derick boy or girl names?

Lenox is primarily a boy name. Derick is primarily a boy name.

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