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Derick
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Pronounced DAIR-ik /ΛdΙr.Ιͺk/Low
Meaning: People's ruler; ruler of the peopleLow
In 30 seconds: Derick is a variant spelling of Derrick from the Old High German Theodoric meaning people's ruler. The -ick ending gives it a slightly distinctive look.
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MeaningPeople's ruler; ruler of the people
U.S. rank (2025)#1478 β Falling
2025 U.S. births120 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1989
Total births (all-time)β 19,771
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Derick is a variant of Derrick from Old High German Theodoric combining theud (people) and ric (ruler).
Derick is used alongside Derrick and Derek as a form of Theodoric.
Did you know? Theodoric the Great (454-526 CE) ruled the Ostrogothic Kingdom and is considered one of the great rulers of the post-Roman world. His name meaning people's ruler carries ancient Germanic royal heritage.
Overall data confidence 90%
Variations
DerrickDerekDirk
Nicknames
Deri
Famous Bearers
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Derick Brassard (1987-)Canadian professional ice hockey center in the NHL
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Derick Dillard (1989-)American reality television personality from TLC's 19 Kids and Counting
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Derick K. Grant (1973-)American tap dancer and choreographer
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Frequently Asked
What does Derick mean?
People's ruler; ruler of the people
How do you pronounce Derick?
Derick is pronounced DAIR-ik.
What is the origin of Derick?
Derick comes from Germanic, Dutch.
What names are similar to Derick?
Similar names include derrick, derek, merrick.