Dereck vs Roger

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dereck

Boy #665 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic/Old Dutch

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#665
Total SSA Count
412
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dereck Rank #665
Roger Rank #750

Dereck is more popular, ranked #665 vs #750 for Roger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dereck or Roger more popular?

Dereck is more popular, ranked #665 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Dereck and Roger mean?

Dereck means "ruler of the people" (Germanic/Old Dutch origin). Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Dereck and Roger boy or girl names?

Dereck is primarily a boy name. Roger is primarily a boy name.

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