Jace vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jace

Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Jace Rank #114

Derek Rank #258

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Jace or Derek more popular?

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Jace and Derek mean?

Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Jace and Derek boy or girl names?

Jace is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.