boy name
Derek
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#284 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Derek in the US, 1880–2025
Derek first appears in US records in 1924. It peaked in 1989, when 8,365 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,191.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Derek a boy or a girl name?
Derek is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Derek?
In 2025, Derek ranked #284 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Derek most popular?
Derek was most popular in 1989, when about 8,365 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.