Derek vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

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Derek Rank #258

Hayes Rank #160

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Hayes more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Hayes mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Derek and Hayes boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.