Derek vs Elliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

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Derek Rank #258

Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Elliot mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Derek and Elliot boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.