Derek vs Ace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

English American Dutch German

✓ All Clear

Boy #165 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"unity; the best; one"

Origin: Latin via Old French

American English Australian

✓ All Clear

Derek Rank #258

Ace Rank #165

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Ace more popular?

Ace is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Ace mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Ace means "unity; the best; one" (Latin via Old French origin).

Are Derek and Ace boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Ace is primarily a boy name.