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Uriah 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

Uriah Rank #655
Derrick Rank #820

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #820 for Derrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Derrick more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Uriah and Derrick mean?

Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin). Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Uriah and Derrick boy or girl names?

Uriah is primarily a boy name. Derrick is primarily a boy name.

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