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Summary

The name Derrick originates from the Old High German name 'Theodoric', meaning 'ruler of the people'. It has evolved through various forms over time. The name embodies traits of leadership and authority. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with Derrick. Its popularity surged in the 19th century, influenced by cultural figures and associations.

The name Derrick is most popular in District of Columbia, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Derrick has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Derrick' 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 2407th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 263rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 95th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 103rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 248th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 484th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5213th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2459th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4222nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22155th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Derrick' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.