Derrian
Anglicized variant of the Gaelic name Dáire, meaning "fruitful" or "fertile".
Name Census estimates that about 748 living Americans carry the first name Derrian. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 88.5% of registrations being male. The average person named Derrian today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Derrian births was 1994 (49 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Derrian. 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
748
~ 1 in 458,228 Americans
Peak year
1994
49 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2021 SSA rank
#9,026
Tracked since 1976
Gender
Gender distribution for Derrian
Derrian leans heavily male at 88.5% of total registrations, but 88 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Derrian as a male name
- Ranked #9,026 in 2021
- 8 male births in 2021
- Peak: 2000 (35 births)
Derrian as a female name
- Ranked #18,369 in 2007
- 5 female births in 2007
- Peak: 1994 (16 births)
Popularity
Derrian: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Derrian from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 276 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Derrian 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 Derrian during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Derrians live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi recorded the most babies named Derrian, while Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 14 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Derrian
The name Derrian is of Celtic origin, with roots tracing back to the ancient Britons who inhabited parts of modern-day England, Wales, and Brittany, France. It is believed to have derived from the Welsh word "derwen," meaning "oak tree," symbolizing strength, endurance, and deep roots.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Derrian can be found in the Welsh Triads, a collection of traditional narratives from the Middle Ages. In these tales, Derrian is mentioned as the name of a legendary warrior who fought bravely against invading forces, protecting the Welsh lands and people.
In the 7th century, a monk named Derrian is said to have lived in the monastery of Llanilltud Fawr, located in the Vale of Glamorgan, South Wales. He was renowned for his wisdom and devotion to the Christian faith, and his name has been preserved in various religious texts from that era.
During the Norman conquest of England in the 11th century, a nobleman named Derrian de Briouze is recorded as having fought alongside William the Conqueror. He was granted lands in Wiltshire and Somerset for his loyalty and bravery in battle.
In the 13th century, a prominent figure named Derrian ap Rhys was a Welsh prince and leader who fought against the English forces of King Edward I. He is celebrated in Welsh poetry and folklore for his defiance and efforts to preserve Welsh independence.
Another notable bearer of the name was Derrian de Montfort, a French knight who participated in the Crusades during the 13th century. He was known for his valor and skill in combat, and his name is mentioned in various accounts of the Crusades written by chroniclers of the time.
Throughout history, the name Derrian has been associated with strength, courage, and a connection to nature, reflecting its Celtic roots and the values held by the ancient Britons and Welsh people.
People
Derrian + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Derrian 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
Derrian: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Derrian?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 748 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Derrian 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 458,228 US residents.
Is Derrian a common name?
We classify Derrian as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 764 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Derrian most popular?
The single biggest year for Derrian was 1994, when 49 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Derrian is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Derrian a male name?
Yes, 88.5% of people registered as Derrian 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.