Derk
Pronunciation: [ d-ERK ]
Derk is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,251 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Derk first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 506 babies have been named Derk in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Derk is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,251 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,251
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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