Derek vs Adam

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #100 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man, mankind, human"

Origin: Hebrew (adamah, earth)

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Derek Rank #258

Adam Rank #100

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Adam more popular?

Adam is more popular, ranked #100 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Adam mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Adam means "man, mankind, human" (Hebrew (adamah, earth) origin).

Are Derek and Adam boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Adam is primarily a boy name.