Stephen vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Stephen Rank #378

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #378 for Stephen.

Is Stephen or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Stephen at #378 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Derek mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Stephen and Derek boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.