Derika is a unique and distinctive first name of American origin. It was created by combining elements from two popular names, Denise and Erica, resulting in a fresh and modern moniker. The name Derika has gained popularity in recent years due to its appealing sound and the growing trend of creating new names through portmanteaus or blends. Although it is not widely recognized as a traditional name, Derika stands out for its creativity and individuality.
The name Derika experienced a notable increase in popularity from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s, peaking with 24 births in 1990 and maintaining a high number of occurrences until around 1997. Since then, its usage has declined significantly, with fewer than 15 births per year on average between 1998 and 2011, indicating that it is no longer widely used as a given name.