Dedrick Boy

Popularity: #924 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DED-rik //ˈdɛdrɪk//

Origin: German; English

Meaning: German: people's ruler; English: derived from Theodoric

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Dedrick has its roots in Old High German, derived from the elements "theud" meaning "people" and "ric" meaning "ruler" or "power." This etymology suggests a meaning akin to "ruler of the people." The name evolved through various forms, including Theodoric in Latin and Theoderic in Old High German, before being adapted into the English language as Dedrick. The transition into English likely occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Germanic names were integrated into the English lexicon through the influence of Norman French and Latin.

Historically, the name is associated with notable figures such as Theodoric the Great, a king of the Ostrogoths who ruled in the 5th and 6th centuries. His reign marked a significant period in the history of Italy, where he established a kingdom that blended Roman and Germanic traditions.

The name also appears in various medieval texts and chronicles, reflecting its use among nobility and common folk alike during the Middle Ages. The name Dedrick and its variants have been recorded in various forms in historical documents, showcasing its endurance through centuries.

Culturally, Dedrick carries connotations of leadership and authority, resonating with the qualities of a ruler. This association has contributed to its persistence in various forms across different cultures.

The name has also been linked to themes of strength and governance, making it a symbol of power in historical contexts. Related diminutive forms, such as Dede or Rick, have emerged in various cultures, further illustrating the name's adaptability and significance over time.

Famous people named Dedrick

In this section, you will find notable people named Dedrick. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Dedrick who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Dedrick D. L. Williams is a musician best known for his work with the hip-hop group The Geto Boys.

Dedrick P. McGhee is a professional basketball player known for his time in the NBA and overseas leagues.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Dedrick, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Dedrick. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dedrick was first seen in the United States in 1920.

Dedrick has ranked as high as #1566 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama.

In the past 5 years the name Dedrick has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Dedrick is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Dedrick was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Dedrick.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 14 14 0
2024 18 18 0
2023 15 15 0
2022 22 22 0
2021 28 28 0
2020 18 18 0
2019 34 34 0
2018 33 33 0
2017 28 28 0
2016 39 39 0
2015 47 47 0
2014 38 38 0
2013 36 36 0
2012 48 48 0
2011 56 56 0
2010 48 48 0
2009 51 51 0
2008 58 58 0
2007 61 61 0
2006 56 56 0
2005 61 61 0
2004 74 74 0
2003 80 80 0
2002 71 71 0
2001 72 72 0
2000 79 79 0
1999 79 79 0
1998 74 74 0
1997 84 84 0
1996 94 94 0
1995 103 103 0
1994 104 104 0
1993 104 104 0
1992 97 97 0
1991 102 102 0
1990 110 110 0
1989 80 80 0
1988 91 91 0
1987 79 79 0
1986 86 86 0
1985 78 72 6
1984 87 87 0
1983 87 87 0
1982 86 86 0
1981 86 86 0
1980 120 120 0
1979 114 114 0
1978 132 132 0
1977 152 147 5
1976 114 114 0
1975 99 94 5
1974 115 115 0
1973 104 104 0
1972 103 103 0
1971 82 82 0
1970 66 66 0
1969 56 56 0
1968 18 18 0
1967 25 25 0
1966 25 25 0
1965 38 38 0
1964 21 21 0
1963 19 19 0
1962 17 17 0
1961 19 19 0
1960 12 12 0
1959 13 13 0
1958 6 6 0
1957 19 19 0
1956 14 14 0
1954 6 6 0
1953 10 10 0
1952 10 10 0
1950 5 5 0
1949 6 6 0
1940 5 5 0
1939 5 5 0
1938 5 5 0
1937 5 5 0
1929 5 5 0
1925 6 6 0
1920 5 5 0

Top States for Dedrick (2022)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
LA 5
100%