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Todd vs Derick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derick

Boy #1,436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,436
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Todd Rank #1,598
Derick Rank #1,436

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1598 for Todd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Derick more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Todd at #1598 in the United States.

What do Todd and Derick mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Todd and Derick boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Derick is primarily a boy name.

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