Derik vs Kris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derik

Boy #3,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic (Theodoric)

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Boy #3,551 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"follower of Christ, anointed one"

Origin: Greek

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Derik Rank #3,402

Kris Rank #3,551

Derik is more popular, ranked #3402 vs #3551 for Kris.

Is Derik or Kris more popular?

Derik is more popular, ranked #3402 compared to Kris at #3551 in the United States.

What do Derik and Kris mean?

Derik means "ruler of the people" (Germanic (Theodoric) origin). Kris means "follower of Christ, anointed one" (Greek origin).

Are Derik and Kris boy or girl names?

Derik is primarily a boy name. Kris is primarily a boy name.