Declining since 2013, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Jerick since 1978
Babies named Jerick per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 14 |
| 1980s | 88 |
| 1990s | 188 |
| 2000s | 220 |
| 2010s | 275 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Jerick is a modern masculine name that first appeared on U.S. records in 1978. It has never reached high popularity, peaking in 2019 at rank 5,861, with about 1 in 113,872 newborn boys receiving the name that year. Since 2013, its usage has been gradually falling, reflecting a common pattern for names that were never widespread. Jerick's origins are uncertain but likely involve a creative respelling or combination of existing names such as Jeremy and Eric, or a variation of Derrick. The name has been recorded most often in states without a strong regional concentration, and it has no known famous bearers. Parents choosing Jerick today may appreciate its distinctive yet familiar sound, blending traditional elements into a modern package.
Jerick appears to be a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 1978. It may be a respelling or variant of Derrick (from the Old English name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people') or a combination of popular elements from names like Jeremy and Eric. The name has never been widespread, maintaining low but consistent usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerry, Rick
Sibling names for Jerick
Names that share Jerick's style, for a brother or sister.
