Derek vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

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Derek Rank #258

Gideon Rank #332

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #332 for Gideon.

Is Derek or Gideon more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Gideon at #332 in the United States.

What do Derek and Gideon mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Derek and Gideon boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.