Derron is of American origin, derived from French 'Derrick', which itself comes from Old German 'Theoderic'. The name means "powerful ruler" or "noble ruler". It was popularized in English-speaking countries by its use as the given name of several historical figures, most notably Derron de Croy, a 15th-century French nobleman. Today, Derron is often considered a modern variant of Derrick and shares many of its associations with strength, leadership, and nobility.
"Derron seems to have been quite popular as a baby name from the mid-60s to late 70s, with peaks in 1964 (22 births), 1965 (35 births), and 1968 (36 births). However, its popularity has significantly declined since then, with fewer than 20 births per year from the early 80s onwards, and only single digits most years after 2000. The total number of babies named Derron from 1959 to 2023 is 1523."