Derek vs Cameron

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Derek Rank #258

Cameron Rank #66

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Cameron more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Cameron mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Derek and Cameron boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Cameron is primarily a boy name.