Derrien
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Derrien first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 183 babies have been named Derrien in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Derrien is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,084 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,084
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Derrien
Derrien is a boy name .
Derrien is currently ranked #19,084 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Derrien include Der, Derr, Derry, Derrie, Ien, Ieny, Ienie, Dey, Deie, and Derkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Derrien include Derrick . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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