Derrick

The meaning of Derrick is 'gifted ruler' and it has English origins. In Germany and America, the name refers to 'the ruler of man'. It is said to have been inspired by the old Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'people’s ruler'. As a result, the name Derrick is largely popular in America and remains a classic name choice in Germany. Different variants of the name Derrick are Derrek, Dereck and Deric. Derrick Rose is an American basketball player and is a famous personality associated with the name. Currently, he plays for the New York Knicks in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He received the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 2009 and also was voted the NBA's MVP (Most Valuable Player) in 2011. Another famous figure called Derrick is Derrick Henry, who is an American football player and plays for the Tennessee Titans in the National Football League (NFL). He has received many awards; most recently he was awarded the FedEx Round Plate of the Year for 2020.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

the people's ruler

Origin

Spelling variation of Derek

Numerology

D is for discreet, you can keep a secret.

E is for enjoy, your life can be fun!

R is for relish, you seek a challenge.

R is for romp, you know how to have fun!

I is for intense, your zest of living.

C is for comic, laughter is your tonic.

K is for kindle, the warmth in others.

Lucky

Derrick lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Derrick

• Maminydjama "Magnolia" Maymuru Aboriginal Australian model
• Derrick Martell Rose American basketball player
• Derrick Watkins birth name of Fonzworth Bentley, American musician, author and TV personality
• Derrick Jones aka D Nice, American rapper
• Derrick Rostagno American tennis player

Derrick in Pop Culture

• Derrick Adler character on TV's "Close to Home"
• Derrick Harrington character in The Clique Series
• "Derrick " German TV series featuring DCI Stephan Derrick
• Derrick 'Derry' and Derrick 'Roddy' Farrar father and son characters in "Vital Signs" by Barbara Wood