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Nathen vs Dedrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dedrick

Boy #5,375 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English African American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,375
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Nathen Rank #5,377
Dedrick Rank #5,375

Dedrick is more popular, ranked #5375 vs #5377 for Nathen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nathen or Dedrick more popular?

Dedrick is more popular, ranked #5375 compared to Nathen at #5377 in the United States.

What do Nathen and Dedrick mean?

Nathen means "he has given, gift of God" (Hebrew origin). Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Nathen and Dedrick boy or girl names?

Nathen is primarily a boy name. Dedrick is primarily a boy name.

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