Derrick vs Jojo

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
Nicknames
Derry, Rick, Ricky

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Derrick Rank #820
Jojo Rank #7,843

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #7843 for Jojo.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Derrick ___

  • Derrick James
  • Derrick Michael
  • Derrick Lee
  • Derrick Wayne
  • Derrick Allen
  • Derrick Thomas

Jojo ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Derrick

Brenda Tamara Jerome Desiree Marcus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derrick or Jojo more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Jojo at #7843 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Jojo mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Derrick and Jojo boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Jojo is primarily a boy name.

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