Derek vs Tima

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

Derek Rank #258
Tima Rank #64,578

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #64578 for Tima.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Derek ___

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

Tima ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Derek

Kyle Brandon Ashley Megan Chad

If you choose Tima

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derek or Tima more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Tima at #64578 in the United States.

What do Derek and Tima mean?

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

Are Derek and Tima boy or girl names?

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

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