Derek vs Kyrie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

English American Dutch German

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Boy #235 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"Lord"

Origin: Greek

American Greek Christian liturgical

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Derek Rank #258

Kyrie Rank #235

Kyrie is more popular, ranked #235 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Kyrie more popular?

Kyrie is more popular, ranked #235 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Kyrie mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Kyrie means "Lord" (Greek origin).

Are Derek and Kyrie boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Kyrie is primarily a boy name.