Derrick Prince

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Derrick Prince — English
155K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Derrick Prince 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 Prince: Alan Prince (born 1946), professor of linguistics Alexis Prince (born 1994), American basketball player Ashwell Prince (born 1977), South African cricketer, first non-white man to captain the South African cricket team Bevin Prince (born 1982), American actress Bob Prince (1916–1985), American radio and television sportscaster, and commentator Brooklynn Prince (born 2010), American child actress Charles Prince (born 1950), American former chairman and chief executive of Citigroup Christian Prince (1971–1991), American alumni of Yale Cushing Prince (1745–1827), American politician Cushing Princ. 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: Prince

English

Alan Prince (born 1946), professor of linguistics Alexis Prince (born 1994), American basketball player Ashwell Prince (born 1977), South African cricketer, first non-white man to captain the South African cricket team Bevin Prince (born 1982), American actress Bob Prince (1916–1985), American radio and television sportscaster, and commentator Brooklynn Prince (born 2010), American child actress Charles Prince (born 1950), American former chairman and chief executive of Citigroup Christian Prince (1971–1991), American alumni of Yale Cushing Prince (1745–1827), American politician Cushing Princ.

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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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Numerology

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

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Prince?
The surname Prince originates from English. Alan Prince (born 1946), professor of linguistics Alexis Prince (born 1994), American basketball player Ashwell Prince (born 1977), South African cricketer, first non-white man to captain the South African cricket team Bevin Prince (born 1982), American actress Bob Prince (1916–1985), American radio and television sportscaster, and commentator Brooklynn Prince (born 2010), American child actress Charles Prince (born 1950), American former chairman and chief executive of Citigroup Christian Prince (1971–1991), American alumni of Yale Cushing Prince (1745–1827), American politician Cushing Princ.
How common is the surname Prince?
The surname Prince is shared by approximately 47K people worldwide.
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