Dereck vs Rohan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rohan

Boy #842 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sandalwood tree"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Irish English South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#842
Total SSA Count
291
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Dereck Rank #665
Rohan Rank #842

Dereck is more popular, ranked #665 vs #842 for Rohan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dereck or Rohan more popular?

Dereck is more popular, ranked #665 compared to Rohan at #842 in the United States.

What do Dereck and Rohan mean?

Dereck means "ruler of the people" (Germanic/Old Dutch origin). Rohan means "sandalwood tree" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Dereck and Rohan boy or girl names?

Dereck is primarily a boy name. Rohan is primarily a boy name.

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