Damien vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damien

Boy #345 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"to tame, to subdue"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Damien Rank #345

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #345 for Damien.

Is Damien or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Damien at #345 in the United States.

What do Damien and Derek mean?

Damien means "to tame, to subdue" (Greek origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Damien and Derek boy or girl names?

Damien is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.