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Taylor vs Derrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Taylor

Boy #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who cuts cloth, tailor"

Origin: Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#667
Total SSA Count
411
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Taylor Rank #667
Derrick Rank #820

Taylor is more popular, ranked #667 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taylor or Derrick more popular?

Taylor is more popular, ranked #667 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Taylor and Derrick mean?

Taylor means "one who cuts cloth, tailor" (Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Taylor and Derrick boy or girl names?

Taylor is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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