Derik vs Gustav

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derik

Boy #3,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic (Theodoric)

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Boy #3,344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"staff of the Goths, divine staff"

Origin: Old Norse

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Derik Rank #3,402

Gustav Rank #3,344

Gustav is more popular, ranked #3344 vs #3402 for Derik.

Is Derik or Gustav more popular?

Gustav is more popular, ranked #3344 compared to Derik at #3402 in the United States.

What do Derik and Gustav mean?

Derik means "ruler of the people" (Germanic (Theodoric) origin). Gustav means "staff of the Goths, divine staff" (Old Norse origin).

Are Derik and Gustav boy or girl names?

Derik is primarily a boy name. Gustav is primarily a boy name.