Derron
Derron is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Great, or from the oak tree grove.
Origin and history
Derron is a modern variant of names like Darren or Deron, likely originating from Gaelic roots meaning great or oak tree. It emerged in the mid-20th century in the United States as a contemporary alternative spelling. Today, it remains a rare male name in American usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,536 babies in the United States have been named Derron since 1880. It ranks #3209 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1879.
States where it is most popular
- CA (51.7 %)
- MO (19.1 %)
- NY (12.4 %)
- TX (11.2 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 7 |
| 1960-1970 | 204 |
| 1970-1980 | 251 |
| 1980-1990 | 305 |
| 1990-2000 | 322 |
| 2000-2010 | 240 |
| 2010-2019 | 159 |
| 2020-2029 | 48 |
Famous people named Derron
- Derron Thomas: American football player
Fun facts
- Derron developed as a phonetic variation of the traditional Irish name Darren.
- The name saw its highest usage in the United States during the late 20th century.