Lewis vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Lewis Rank #435

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #435 for Lewis.

Is Lewis or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Derek mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Lewis and Derek boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.