Rory vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Rory Rank #226

Derek Rank #258

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Rory or Derek more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Rory and Derek mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Rory and Derek boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.