The nameDerek
Derek is an English boy's name.
- Boy's name
- English
Meaning
A Dutch and English form of Theodoric, from the Germanic theud, "people", and ric, "powerful".
Origin
English, of Germanic origin.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Derek
Derek in France
1606thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2023peak year (25 births)
580babies named Derek in France since 1900
Derek was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 185 births over the decade, 32% of all recorded babies named Derek. Its rise began around 1957, and it peaked in 2023. Half of all babies named Derek in France were born before 2011, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 21 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Derek mean?
A Dutch and English form of Theodoric, from the Germanic theud, "people", and ric, "powerful".
What is the origin of the name Derek?
English, of Germanic origin.
Is Derek a girl's or a boy's name?
Derek is a boy's name.