Derrick Bergman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Derrick Bergman — English
155K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Derrick Bergman is a name that combines English origins. The first name Derrick is a masculine given name of English origin. A derrick is a lifting device, especially in an oil field. The word may also refer to: Derrick (name) Derrick (TV series), a German television series Derrick Comedy, a comedy group of film students and writers based in New York City The surname Bergman: Bergman is a surname of German, Swedish, Dutch and Yiddish origin meaning 'mountain man', or sometimes (only in German) 'miner'. Abraham Bergman (1932–2023), American pediatrician Alan Bergman (1925–2025), American songwriter Alan Bergman (1943–2010), American ballet dancer Alfred Bergman (1889–1961), American baseball and football player Amanda Bergman (born 1987), Swedish musician Andrew Bergman (born 1945), American film director Anita Bergman, Canadian politician Annie Bergman (1889–1987), Swedish artist, writer, and children's book author. Derrick is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 155K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Derrick reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Derrick

English

A derrick is a lifting device, especially in an oil field. The word may also refer to: Derrick (name) Derrick (TV series), a German television series Derrick Comedy, a comedy group of film students and writers based in New York City

Surname: Bergman

Hebrew

Bergman is a surname of German, Swedish, Dutch and Yiddish origin meaning 'mountain man', or sometimes (only in German) 'miner'. Abraham Bergman (1932–2023), American pediatrician Alan Bergman (1925–2025), American songwriter Alan Bergman (1943–2010), American ballet dancer Alfred Bergman (1889–1961), American baseball and football player Amanda Bergman (born 1987), Swedish musician Andrew Bergman (born 1945), American film director Anita Bergman, Canadian politician Annie Bergman (1889–1987), Swedish artist, writer, and children's book author.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Derrick is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Derrick by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Derrick Bergman

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Derrick Bergman:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Derrick?
The first name Derrick originates from English. A derrick is a lifting device, especially in an oil field. The word may also refer to: Derrick (name) Derrick (TV series), a German television series Derrick Comedy, a comedy group of film students and writers based in New York City
When was Derrick most popular?
The name Derrick reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bergman?
The surname Bergman originates from Hebrew. Bergman is a surname of German, Swedish, Dutch and Yiddish origin meaning 'mountain man', or sometimes (only in German) 'miner'. Abraham Bergman (1932–2023), American pediatrician Alan Bergman (1925–2025), American songwriter Alan Bergman (1943–2010), American ballet dancer Alfred Bergman (1889–1961), American baseball and football player Amanda Bergman (born 1987), Swedish musician Andrew Bergman (born 1945), American film director Anita Bergman, Canadian politician Annie Bergman (1889–1987), Swedish artist, writer, and children's book author.
What are the origins of the name Derrick Bergman?
The name Derrick Bergman combines two different traditions: the first name Derrick has English roots, while the surname Bergman originates from Hebrew.
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