How popular is the name Derry in 2025?

Derry is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Derry most popular?

Derry peaked in 1957, reaching #1075 among US boy names.

Derry will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Derry entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1075 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1075

peak (1957)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,100 people named Derry are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Derry alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Derry in 2025?: Derry is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Derry most popular?: Derry peaked in 1957, reaching #1075 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Derry with classmates?: Derry will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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