Derick vs Rush

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derick

Boy #1,436 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,436
Total SSA Count
126
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rick, Deke

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Derick Rank #1,436
Rush Rank #1,496

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 vs #1496 for Rush.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Derick ___

  • Derick James
  • Derick Allen
  • Derick Wayne
  • Derick Michael
  • Derick Lee
  • Derick Thomas

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derick or Rush more popular?

Derick is more popular, ranked #1436 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do Derick and Rush mean?

Derick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are Derick and Rush boy or girl names?

Derick is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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