Derreck
A masculine name of Scottish origin, derived from the Germanic root "Theodoric" meaning "ruler of the people".
Name Census estimates that about 1,304 living Americans carry the first name Derreck. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Derreck today is around 38 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Derreck births was 1990 (49 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Derreck. 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.
People living today
1.3K
~ 1 in 262,848 Americans
Peak year
1990
49 babies that year
Average age
38
years old
2021 SSA rank
#6,799
Tracked since 1955
Popularity
Derreck: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Derreck from the 1950s through to the 2020s, spanning 8 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 371 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1980s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Derreck 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 Derreck during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Derrecks live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. California, New York, North Carolina recorded the most babies named Derreck, while Texas, North Carolina, New York recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 9 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Derreck
The name Derreck is of English origin and is a variant of the name Derek, which is derived from the Old English name Deoric, meaning "ruler of the people" or "people's ruler." The name Deoric is composed of two elements: "deor," meaning "deer" or "precious one," and "ric," meaning "ruler" or "power."
The earliest recorded use of the name Derreck can be traced back to the 13th century in England. It was initially a surname before becoming a given name. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and was often associated with nobility and leadership roles.
One of the earliest known bearers of the name Derreck was Derreck of Fleshy, a 13th-century Scottish nobleman who played a significant role in the Wars of Scottish Independence. In the 14th century, Derreck de Wyndesore was a notable English knight who fought in the Hundred Years' War.
During the Renaissance period, the name Derreck was associated with several artists and intellectuals. Derreck Balfour (1507-1584) was a Scottish philosopher and theologian who made significant contributions to the Scottish Reformation. Derreck Jarman (1542-1623) was an English poet and playwright known for his works inspired by classical mythology.
In the 18th century, Derreck Parke (1705-1782) was a British naval officer and explorer who played a crucial role in the exploration of the Pacific Ocean. Derreck Walcott (1730-1819) was a British painter renowned for his landscapes and portraits of aristocratic families.
During the 19th century, Derreck Wyndham (1818-1892) was a prominent English politician and member of parliament. He was influential in shaping the policies of the Conservative Party during the Victorian era.
Throughout history, the name Derreck has been associated with individuals from various fields, including politics, arts, and military. While the name may not be as common today as it once was, it continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of English naming traditions, reflecting a sense of leadership, nobility, and cultural heritage.
People
Derreck + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Derreck 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
Derreck: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Derreck?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,304 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Derreck 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 262,848 US residents.
Is Derreck a common name?
We classify Derreck as "Rare". It ranks above 91.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,375 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Derreck most popular?
The single biggest year for Derreck was 1990, when 49 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Derreck is about 38 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Derreck a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Derreck 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.
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.