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Wylde 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

Wylde Rank #5,305
Dedrick Rank #5,375

Wylde is more popular, ranked #5305 vs #5375 for Dedrick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wylde or Dedrick more popular?

Wylde is more popular, ranked #5305 compared to Dedrick at #5375 in the United States.

What do Wylde and Dedrick mean?

Wylde means "natural, undomesticated" (Old English origin). Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Wylde and Dedrick boy or girl names?

Wylde is primarily a boy name. Dedrick is primarily a boy name.

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