Liem vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Liem Rank #5,715
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Derrick mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Liem and Derrick boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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