Chase vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Chase

Boy #173 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hunter"

Origin: Old French

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Chase Rank #173

Derek Rank #258

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Chase or Derek more popular?

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Chase and Derek mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Chase and Derek boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.