Gifted ruler or peoples ruler
Derrica is a feminine elaboration of Derek, which is derived from the Germanic name Theodoric. It combines the elements 'theud' (people) and 'ric' (power or ruler). While rare, it follows the pattern of adding feminine suffixes to established masculine Germanic names.
Less common today
Derrica isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,060 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
