Miller vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Miller

Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Miller Rank #439

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #439 for Miller.

Is Miller or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Miller and Derek mean?

Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Miller and Derek boy or girl names?

Miller is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.