Rohan vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rohan

Boy #842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sandalwood tree"

Origin: Sanskrit

Indian Irish English South Asian

✓ All Clear

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

American English Dutch

8 High Risk

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Rohan Rank #842

Derrick Rank #820

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #842 for Rohan.

Is Rohan or Derrick more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Rohan at #842 in the United States.

What do Rohan and Derrick mean?

Rohan means "sandalwood tree" (Sanskrit origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Rohan and Derrick boy or girl names?

Rohan is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.