Derike
A Dutch masculine given name derived from the Germanic name Theodoric.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Derike. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Derike today is around 45 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Derike births was 1978 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Derike. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Derike. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1978
6 babies that year
Average age
45
years old
1978 SSA rank
#5,230
Tracked since 1978
Popularity
Derike: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Derike by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Derike during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Derike
The name Derike is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated in ancient Germanic tribes, possibly deriving from the Old Norse words "deir" meaning "brave" and "rik" meaning "ruler" or "powerful." This would suggest that the name initially carried connotations of bravery and strength.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Derike can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of historical tales and folklore from the 13th century. In these texts, Derike is described as a fearless warrior who fought valiantly in battles against rival clans. His name became synonymous with valor and honor among the Viking communities of the time.
Centuries later, in the 16th century, a Dutch explorer named Derike van der Meer embarked on a perilous voyage to the East Indies. His journey was chronicled in a famous travelogue that detailed his encounters with exotic lands and cultures. Derike's daring spirit and thirst for adventure made him a legendary figure in the annals of Dutch exploration.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian painter named Derike Caravaggio left an indelible mark on the world of art. Born in 1571, Caravaggio's masterpieces were characterized by their dramatic use of light and shadow, as well as their depiction of raw human emotions. His works, such as "The Calling of Saint Matthew" and "Bacchus," are celebrated as iconic examples of the Baroque style.
In the realm of literature, Derike Hartmann was a German poet and philosopher who lived in the late 18th century. His eloquent verses and philosophical treatises explored the depths of human nature and the complexities of the human condition. Hartmann's work was heavily influenced by the Romantic movement and continues to resonate with readers to this day.
Another notable figure bearing the name Derike was a French revolutionary soldier named Derike Danton. Born in 1759, Danton played a pivotal role in the French Revolution, becoming a prominent leader of the Jacobin faction. His fiery rhetoric and unwavering commitment to the revolutionary cause made him both admired and feared by his contemporaries.
While the name Derike may have faded from common usage over time, its legacy endures through the remarkable individuals who have carried it throughout history. From ancient warriors to modern-day artists and intellectuals, the name Derike has been imbued with a sense of courage, strength, and an undying spirit of exploration.
People
Derike + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Derike as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Derike: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Derike?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Derike going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Derike a common name?
We classify Derike as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Derike most popular?
The single biggest year for Derike was 1978, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Derike is about 45 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Derike in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Derike a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Derike in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Derike still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Derike in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Derike can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Derike?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.