Quincy vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Quincy

Boy #688 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"estate of the fifth son"

Origin: French/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#688
Total SSA Count
392
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Quincy Rank #688
Derrick Rank #820

Quincy is more popular, ranked #688 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quincy or Derrick more popular?

Quincy is more popular, ranked #688 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Quincy and Derrick mean?

Quincy means "estate of the fifth son" (French/Norman origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Quincy and Derrick boy or girl names?

Quincy is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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