Dereka
Dereka is a girl baby name. Ranked #62,041 in the US, popular nicknames include Der, Dey, and Derie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dereka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 422 babies have been named Dereka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dereka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #62,041 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #62,041
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Dereka
Dereka is a girl name .
Dereka is currently ranked #62,041 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dereka include Der, Dey, Derie, and Dereie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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