Dedrick vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dedrick

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If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dedrick or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Dedrick at #5375 in the United States.

What do Dedrick and Theodore mean?

Dedrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Dedrick and Theodore boy or girl names?

Dedrick is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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