Derek
Derek means “Ruler of the people”.
Origin: GermanicRegion: USA, GlobalGender: BoySyllables: 2
US popularity
#322
all-time rank
221K
births
declining
Millennial era
Names with a similar meaning
Richard · Brave rulerDonald · World rulerRonald · Ruler's counselorEric · Ever-rulerKimberly · From the royal fortress meadowJerry · Spear rulerWalter · Ruler of the armyHarold · Army rulerTerry · Ruler of the peopleGerald · Ruler with the spearHarry · Home rulerRoy · KingFred · Peaceful rulerFrederick · Peaceful rulerErica · Ever-rulerRicky · Brave rulerKim · Royal fortress meadowGeraldine · Ruler with the spear
Frequently asked
What does the name Derek mean?
Derek means "Ruler of the people", and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of Derek?
Derek originates from Germanic.
How popular is the name Derek?
Derek has been given to about 221,373 babies in the US and is currently declining, most associated with the Millennial generation.
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