Derek vs Tucker

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #200 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cloth fuller, fabric tucker"

Origin: Old English

American English

12 High Risk

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Derek Rank #258

Tucker Rank #200

Tucker is more popular, ranked #200 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Derek or Tucker more popular?

Tucker is more popular, ranked #200 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Derek and Tucker mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Tucker means "cloth fuller, fabric tucker" (Old English origin).

Are Derek and Tucker boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Tucker is primarily a boy name.