Quinton vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Quinton Rank #837
Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #837 for Quinton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quinton or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Quinton at #837 in the United States.

What do Quinton and Derrick mean?

Quinton means "fifth" (Latin origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Quinton and Derrick boy or girl names?

Quinton is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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