Derek vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

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Derek Rank #258

Ellis Rank #273

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #273 for Ellis.

Is Derek or Ellis more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Derek and Ellis mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Derek and Ellis boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.