Derren
Meaning of Derren
Derren, pronounced DER-en (/dɛr-ən/), is a masculine given name of Irish derivation that ultimately traces back to the Gaelic word darragh, meaning “oak tree,” a symbol of strength and endurance in Celtic tradition; in classical Latin, the term robur conveys a similar sense of robustness, subtly underscoring the name’s etymological resonance. Over the past half-century in the United States, Derren has occupied a niche position—its Social Security Administration ranking fluctuating between roughly the 600th and 900th spots from 1964 through 2018—with annual tallies seldom exceeding a dozen births and peaking in the mid-1980s near rank 684 before a modest decline to around 907 in 2018. This statistical portrait reveals an appellation that appeals to parents seeking both historical depth and measured rarity, conferring upon its bearer an identity akin to a resilient oak—rooted, singular, and quietly enduring.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DER-en (/dɛr-ən/)
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Notable People Named Derren
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