Derek vs Adrian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #72 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"from Hadria, of the Adriatic"

Origin: Latin

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Derek Rank #258

Adrian Rank #72

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Adrian more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Adrian mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin).

Are Derek and Adrian boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Adrian is primarily a boy name.