Derek vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who bails, deliverer"

Origin: Old French

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Derek Rank #258

Baylor Rank #366

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #366 for Baylor.

Is Derek or Baylor more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Derek and Baylor mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Derek and Baylor boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.