Sage vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sage

Boy #414 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wise person"

Origin: Old French/Latin

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Sage Rank #414

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #414 for Sage.

Is Sage or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Sage at #414 in the United States.

What do Sage and Derek mean?

Sage means "wise person" (Old French/Latin origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Sage and Derek boy or girl names?

Sage is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.