Trevor 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

Trevor Rank #626
Derrick Rank #820

Trevor is more popular, ranked #626 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trevor or Derrick more popular?

Trevor is more popular, ranked #626 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Trevor and Derrick mean?

Trevor means "large homestead, great settlement" (Welsh origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Trevor and Derrick boy or girl names?

Trevor is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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