Darlah 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

Darlah Rank #64,518
Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #64518 for Darlah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darlah ___

  • Darlah Mae
  • Darlah Jean
  • Darlah Anne
  • Darlah Rose
  • Darlah Lynn

Derek ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Darlah

Shirley Donna Patty Bobby

If you choose Derek

Kyle Brandon Ashley Megan Chad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darlah or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Darlah at #64518 in the United States.

What do Darlah and Derek mean?

Darlah means "darling, beloved one" (Old English origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Darlah and Derek boy or girl names?

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

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