Justin vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Justin

Boy #199 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"just, righteous"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Justin Rank #199

Derek Rank #258

Justin is more popular, ranked #199 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Justin or Derek more popular?

Justin is more popular, ranked #199 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Justin and Derek mean?

Justin means "just, righteous" (Latin origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Justin and Derek boy or girl names?

Justin is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.