Tyler vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tyler

Boy #191 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"tile maker, brick layer"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Tyler Rank #191

Derek Rank #258

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 vs #258 for Derek.

Is Tyler or Derek more popular?

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Derek at #258 in the United States.

What do Tyler and Derek mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Tyler and Derek boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.