Derek vs Dallas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dallas

Boy #243 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"meadow dwelling, water meadow"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#243
Total SSA Count
1,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Derek Rank #258
Dallas Rank #243

Dallas is more popular, ranked #243 vs #258 for Derek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derek or Dallas more popular?

Dallas is more popular, ranked #243 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Dallas mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Dallas means "meadow dwelling, water meadow" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Derek and Dallas boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Dallas is primarily a boy name.

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