Steven vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Steven

Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Steven Rank #269

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Steven or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Steven and Derek mean?

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

Are Steven and Derek boy or girl names?

Steven is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.