Derek vs Karson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #398 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of marsh-dwellers"

Origin: Old Norse/English

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Derek Rank #258

Karson Rank #398

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #398 for Karson.

Is Derek or Karson more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Karson at #398 in the United States.

What do Derek and Karson mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Karson means "son of marsh-dwellers" (Old Norse/English origin).

Are Derek and Karson boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Karson is primarily a boy name.