Dedrick vs Mia

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
Nicknames
Ded, Rick, Dede

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Dedrick Rank #5,375
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5375 for Dedrick.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dedrick ___

  • Dedrick James
  • Dedrick Lee
  • Dedrick Wayne
  • Dedrick Ray
  • Dedrick Antoine
  • Dedrick Marcus

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dedrick

Marcus Darius Kendrick Layla Shayla

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dedrick or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Dedrick at #5375 in the United States.

What do Dedrick and Mia mean?

Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Dedrick and Mia boy or girl names?

Dedrick is primarily a boy name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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