Derek vs Kyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #440 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"narrow strait, channel"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (caol)

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Derek Rank #258

Kyle Rank #440

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #440 for Kyle.

Is Derek or Kyle more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Kyle at #440 in the United States.

What do Derek and Kyle mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Kyle means "narrow strait, channel" (Scottish Gaelic (caol) origin).

Are Derek and Kyle boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Kyle is primarily a boy name.