Dedrick Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dedrick has its roots in Old High German, evolving from 'Theodoric', which signifies 'ruler of the people'. It has undergone several language changes, leading to its modern form. The name is associated with leadership qualities and lacks direct biblical references. It saw increased usage in the 20th century and is viewed positively today, often linked with uniqueness. Notable individuals with this name include athletes and musicians.
The name Dedrick is most popular in Louisiana, 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, Dedrick has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dedrick' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6451st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4956th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2692nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 883rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1066th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1919th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3676th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Dedrick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dedrick"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛdrɪk/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Dedrick derives from the Old High German name 'Theodoric', which is composed of the elements 'theud', meaning 'people', and 'ric', meaning 'ruler' or 'power'.
Meaning
Ruler of the people
Language Evolution
Theodoric (Old High German), Dederik (Middle Dutch), Dedrick (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Dedrick gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly as a variation of the more common names like Derek and Frederick.
Variants & Derivatives
Derek, Frederick, Dede, Rick
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dedrick is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dedrick D. L. Sykes, an American football player, Dedrick Weathersby, a notable musician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dedrick"
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 "Dedrick"
"Dedrick" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4956th of 6773 | 25 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2692nd of 7552 | 177 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 883rd of 10718 | 1,353 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1066th of 16616 | 1,468 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1919th of 24088 | 1,052 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3676th of 23106 | 356 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Dedrick" by Generation for Male 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) |
45.18% 1327th/2937 |
- |
16.69% 587th/3518 |
37.54% 1518th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.43% 1969th/3685 |
- |
13.48% 700th/5194 |
41.82% 2642nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
16.92% 1237th/7313 |
42.22% 3151st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
38.86% 2651st/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Dedrick" 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 "Dedrick"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dedrick" 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.