People-ruler
Derrick is an English form of the Germanic name Theodoric. It is composed of the elements 'theud', meaning people, and 'ric', meaning power or ruler. The name was introduced to Britain by Flemish weavers in the 15th century.
About 288 boys were named Derrick in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Derrick — far less common.
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