Derick
DEH-rik
Popularity
#1434
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
19,690
Peak Year
#571 in 1989
First Recorded
1945
Style
Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Derick is a variant of Derrick, derived from the Germanic name Theodoric, meaning "ruler of the people" or "gifted ruler".
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Derick Brassard
Canadian professional ice hockey player
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