Augustus vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Augustus

Boy #409 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"favored by the gods"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Augustus Rank #409

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #409 for Augustus.

Is Augustus or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Augustus at #409 in the United States.

What do Augustus and Derek mean?

Augustus means "favored by the gods" (Latin origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Augustus and Derek boy or girl names?

Augustus is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.