Derrick vs Trey

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
Trey Rank #790

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 vs #820 for Derrick.

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

Trey ___

  • Trey James
  • Trey Michael
  • Trey Allen
  • Trey Davis
  • Trey Hunter
  • Trey William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Derrick

Brenda Tamara Jerome Desiree Marcus

If you choose Trey

Deuce Quinn Chase Blake Drew

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derrick or Trey more popular?

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 compared to Derrick at #820 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Trey mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Derrick and Trey boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Trey is primarily a boy name.

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