Derek vs Maxwell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

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Derek Rank #258

Maxwell Rank #182

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Maxwell more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Maxwell mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Derek and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.