Derek vs Remy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #401 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"from Reims"

Origin: Latin

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Derek Rank #258

Remy Rank #401

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #401 for Remy.

Is Derek or Remy more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Remy at #401 in the United States.

What do Derek and Remy mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Remy means "from Reims" (Latin origin).

Are Derek and Remy boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Remy is primarily a boy name.