Edward vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Edward Rank #228

Derek Rank #258

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Edward or Derek more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Edward and Derek mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Edward and Derek boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.