Edwin vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Edwin Rank #383

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #383 for Edwin.

Is Edwin or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Edwin at #383 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Derek mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Edwin and Derek boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.