Derek vs Cayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #350 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)"

Origin: Irish (Cadan)

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Derek Rank #258

Cayden Rank #350

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #350 for Cayden.

Is Derek or Cayden more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Cayden at #350 in the United States.

What do Derek and Cayden mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Cayden means "battle (possible Irish Gaelic root)" (Irish (Cadan) origin).

Are Derek and Cayden boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Cayden is primarily a boy name.