Gustav vs Derik

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gustav

Boy #3,344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"staff of the Goths, divine staff"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #3,402 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic (Theodoric)

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Gustav Rank #3,344

Derik Rank #3,402

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

Is Gustav or Derik more popular?

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

What do Gustav and Derik mean?

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

Are Gustav and Derik boy or girl names?

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