Derek vs Wilder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

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Derek Rank #258

Wilder Rank #391

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #391 for Wilder.

Is Derek or Wilder more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Wilder at #391 in the United States.

What do Derek and Wilder mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Derek and Wilder boy or girl names?

Derek is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.