Derek vs Miller

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

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Derek Rank #258

Miller Rank #439

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #439 for Miller.

Is Derek or Miller more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Derek and Miller mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin).

Are Derek and Miller boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Miller is primarily a boy name.