Diederik Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Diederik Name at a Glance

Name	Diederik
Meaning	Ruler (of the people).
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Diederik Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Diederik means “Ruler (of the people”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Diederik Name Origin

Our database records Diederik under Scandinavian origin. Browse more Scandinavian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Diederik a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Diederik is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Diederik

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