Boy
Derrick
people's ruler, gifted ruler
About Derrick
Strong, established, reliable—this name projects competence and trustworthiness from first impression. The double-r construction gives it visual weight and substance, while the sound conveys authority without arrogance.
Professional yet personable, it navigates easily between casual Friday and corner office. The name has proven staying power, having maintained presence across decades without becoming tiresome or dated.
It suggests someone who gets things done, a natural leader who earns respect through actions rather than demands. Parents value its straightforward nature and the way it commands attention without shouting.
Nicknames like Rick or Ricky offer versatility if desired, though many bearers prefer the full form's dignity. The name crosses cultural boundaries reasonably well while maintaining its character.
For families seeking a name that broadcasts capability and dependability, this delivers without pretension. It's the kind of name that looks good on business cards, jersey backs, and everything in between—practical, enduring, and unmistakably masculine in its traditional strength.
Popularity of the Name Derrick
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | #846 | ||
| 1949 | #755 | ||
| 1950 | #511 | ||
| 1951 | #458 | ||
| 1952 | #396 | ||
| 1953 | #359 | ||
| 1954 | #319 | ||
| 1955 | #278 | ||
| 1956 | #254 | ||
| 1957 | #249 | ||
| 1958 | #244 | ||
| 1959 | #231 | ||
| 1960 | #236 | ||
| 1961 | #198 | ||
| 1962 | #191 | ||
| 1963 | #164 | ||
| 1964 | #156 | #239 | |
| 1965 | #129 | #230 | |
| 1966 | #127 | #271 | |
| 1967 | #120 | #251 | |
| 1968 | #116 | #232 | |
| 1969 | #107 | #140 | |
| 1970 | #96 | #151 | |
| 1971 | #84 | #145 | |
| 1972 | #91 | #188 | |
| 1973 | #87 | #153 | |
| 1974 | #87 | #142 | |
| 1975 | #90 | #139 | |
| 1976 | #91 | #156 | |
| 1977 | #80 | #175 | |
| 1978 | #76 | #190 | |
| 1979 | #80 | #182 | |
| 1980 | #74 | #191 | |
| 1981 | #78 | #161 | |
| 1982 | #78 | #181 | |
| 1983 | #78 | #176 | |
| 1984 | #79 | #193 | |
| 1985 | #83 | #237 | |
| 1986 | #87 | #236 | |
| 1987 | #86 | #256 | |
| 1988 | #97 | #334 | |
| 1989 | #99 | ||
| 1990 | #106 | #296 | |
| 1991 | #111 | #213 | |
| 1992 | #120 | #253 | |
| 1993 | #129 | #259 | |
| 1994 | #136 | #357 | |
| 1995 | #159 | #355 | #339 |
| 1996 | #169 | #311 | |
| 1997 | #188 | #364 | |
| 1998 | #194 | #327 | |
| 1999 | #213 | #374 | |
| 2000 | #218 | #523 | |
| 2001 | #232 | #614 | |
| 2002 | #236 | #577 | |
| 2003 | #244 | #666 | |
| 2004 | #248 | #496 | |
| 2005 | #245 | #674 | |
| 2006 | #254 | #636 | #732 |
| 2007 | #267 | #860 | |
| 2008 | #285 | #740 | #676 |
| 2009 | #296 | #782 | |
| 2010 | #307 | ||
| 2011 | #301 | #893 | |
| 2012 | #313 | #808 | |
| 2013 | #330 | #754 | |
| 2014 | #353 | #901 | |
| 2015 | #384 | ||
| 2016 | #421 | #777 | |
| 2017 | #442 | #753 | #943 |
| 2018 | #479 | ||
| 2019 | #494 | ||
| 2020 | #549 | ||
| 2021 | #606 | ||
| 2022 | #713 | #786 | |
| 2023 | #758 | ||
| 2024 | #813 | ||
| 2025 | #850 | #679 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Derrick
Names Similar to Derrick
Nicknames for Derrick
- Rick
- Der
- Derry
- Ricky
- Derr
Famous People Named Derrick
| Derrick Rose | American professional basketball player |
| Derrick Lewis | American MMA fighter |
| Derrick Brooks | Former American football linebacker and Hall of Famer |
| Derrick Morgan | Jamaican reggae musician |
| Derrick Henry | American football running back |
| Derrick Johnson | American former football linebacker |
| Derrick White | American professional basketball player |
| Derrick Favors | American professional basketball player |
| Derrick May | American techno musician and producer |
| Derrick Green | American singer for the band Sepultura |
| Note | Due to character limitations, the list includes only 10 names, but there are many more famous individuals named Derrick |
Characters Named Derrick
| Derrick Storm | From the "Derrick Storm" book series by Richard Castle |
| Derrick Jensen | Character from the movie "Blade - Trinity" |
| Derrick McReary | From the video game "Grand Theft Auto IV" |
| Derrick Cain | Character from the TV series "The Mentalist" |
| Derrick Harrington | From the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Derrick Altman | Character from the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Derrick Moss | From the TV series "Love & Hip Hop - Atlanta" |
| Derrick Frye | Character from the soap opera "All My Children" |
| Derrick Reese | From the TV series "Person of Interest" |
| Derrick Sweeney | Character from the movie "See No Evil" |
| Again, this list includes only 10 fictional names, but numerous other fictional characters share the name Derrick |