Derek vs Paxton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #288 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peace town; settlement of peace"

Origin: Latin/Old English

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Derek Rank #258

Paxton Rank #288

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #288 for Paxton.

Is Derek or Paxton more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Derek and Paxton mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin).

Are Derek and Paxton boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Paxton is primarily a boy name.