Derek vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Derek Rank #258

King Rank #343

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #343 for King.

Is Derek or King more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Derek and King mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Derek and King boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.