Darrick Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Darrick originates from the Old German name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people.' It has evolved through historical forms such as Theodoric and Derrick. Today, it is seen as a strong and distinct name, with no significant biblical relevance, while gaining popularity in the 20th century.
The name Darrick is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Darrick has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Darrick' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1245th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 502nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 890th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2064th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4490th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Darrick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Darrick"
Pronunciation
/ˈdærɪk/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
Darrick is derived from the Old German name Theodoric, which means 'ruler of the people.' The name has evolved through various linguistic influences and adaptations over time.
Meaning
ruler of the people
Language Evolution
Theodoric, Derrick, Darrick
Historical Usage
Darrick gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century as a modern variation of the traditional name Derrick.
Variants & Derivatives
Derrick, Derek, Darick
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Darrick is perceived as a strong and unique name, often associated with leadership and charisma.
Famous People
Darrick Brilz, Darrick Martin
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Darrick"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Darrick"
"Darrick" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1245th of 7552 | 721 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 502nd of 10718 | 4,167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 890th of 16616 | 2,005 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2064th of 24088 | 954 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4490th of 23106 | 268 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrick" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.71% 684th/2227 |
48.27% 1173rd/2430 |
51.28% 1463rd/2853 |
36.40% 1010th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.06% 413th/2937 |
17.69% 616th/3483 |
13.02% 458th/3518 |
15.63% 632nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.91% 697th/3685 |
26.57% 1189th/4475 |
20.97% 1089th/5194 |
17.14% 1083rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
38.87% 1781st/4582 |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
31.78% 2324th/7313 |
33.24% 2481st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.11% 4510th/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Darrick" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Darrick"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Darrick" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.