Cathlena vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derek

Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#258
Total SSA Count
1,355
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dere, Rick

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cathlena Rank #64,438
Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #64438 for Cathlena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cathlena ___

No pairings available yet.

Derek ___

  • Derek James
  • Derek Lee
  • Derek Michael
  • Derek Thomas
  • Derek Allen
  • Derek Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Cathlena

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If you choose Derek

Kyle Brandon Ashley Megan Chad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cathlena or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Cathlena at #64438 in the United States.

What do Cathlena and Derek mean?

Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Cathlena and Derek boy or girl names?

Cathlena is primarily a girl name. Derek is primarily a boy name.

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