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Skylan 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

Skylan Rank #5,574
Dedrick Rank #5,375

Dedrick is more popular, ranked #5375 vs #5574 for Skylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Skylan or Dedrick more popular?

Dedrick is more popular, ranked #5375 compared to Skylan at #5574 in the United States.

What do Skylan and Dedrick mean?

Skylan means "scholar (via Skylar)" (Dutch origin). Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Skylan and Dedrick boy or girl names?

Skylan is primarily a boy name. Dedrick is primarily a boy name.

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