Holding steady.
Popularity of Derico since 1972
Babies named Derico per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 62 |
| 1980s | 87 |
| 1990s | 105 |
| 2000s | 53 |
| 2010s | 23 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Derico is a rare modern name first recorded in the United States in 1972. It experienced its highest usage in 1991, though it has never entered the top 1,000 and remains uncommon. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no significant rise or decline in recent decades. Its formation is unclear, but it may draw from the sound of names like Derek or incorporate the suffix '-ico' familiar in names such as Rico. Without a deep historical or linguistic root, Derico presents as a distinct and original choice, appealing to parents seeking a name that is both modern and uncommon.
Derico first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly formed from the popular prefix 'Deri-' (as in Derrick) or influenced by the suffix '-co'. No clear historical or linguistic derivation has been established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Deri, Rico
Sibling names for Derico
Names that share Derico's style, for a brother or sister.
