Derick

Boy's name

Derick is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German name Theodoric, meaning "ruler of the people."

Meaning Ruler of the people
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 126
Peak year 1989

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Derick Brassard - NHL hockey player
  • Derick Dillard - Reality TV personality on "Counting On"
  • Derick Newton - American football player
  • Derick Hougaard - South African rugby player
  • Derick Martini - Film director and screenwriter
  • Derick Almena - Ghost Ship warehouse fire defendant
  • Derick Lillard - American football player
  • Derick Heathcoat-Amory - British politician
  • Derick Rethans - Software engineer and PHP developer
  • Derick Polanco - Dominican baseball player

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