Derris
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Derris first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 416 babies have been named Derris in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Derris is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,050 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,050
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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Greek daphne origin
"laurel tree"
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"a fertile plain, level country"
#13,018 in US
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About the Name Derris
Derris is a boy name .
Derris is currently ranked #13,050 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Derris include Der, Derr, Derry, Derrie, Dey, Deie, and Derkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Derris include Derrick . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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