The Dieterich surname derives from the Germanic personal name Tederich (Theudoricus), which was composed of the elements "theud," meaning "people," or "race," and "ric," meaning "powerful."

What is Dieterich?

Dieterich is a village in Effingham County, Illinois, United States. The population was 617 at the 2010 census. Dieterich is part of the Effingham, IL Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Where does the name Detrick come from?

The surname Detrick was first found in Derbyshire where the family name was first referenced in the year 1273 when Geoffrey of Dethek held estates in that shire. Dethick Manor is a 16th century manor house at Dethick, Amber Valley, Derbyshire.