Derek vs Jace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

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Derek Rank #258

Jace Rank #114

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Jace more popular?

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Jace mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin).

Are Derek and Jace boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Jace is primarily a boy name.