Derrek Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Derrek is a name of Old Germanic origin meaning 'ruler of the people'. It evolved from Theodoric through various forms before becoming popular in the 20th century. The name is associated with traits of leadership and strength, and it does not have a biblical relevance.
The name Derrek is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Derrek has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Derrek' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3002nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1330th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1094th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5900th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Derrek' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Derrek"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɛrɛk/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
Derrek is a variant of the name Derek, which is derived from the Old High German name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people'.
Meaning
ruler of the people
Language Evolution
Theodoric, Dederik, Derek, Derrek
Historical Usage
The name Derek gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Derek, Derrick, Deric
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Derrek is perceived as a strong and modern name, often associated with leadership and confidence.
Famous People
Derrek Lee, American former professional baseball player, Derrek Hough, American dancer and choreographer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Derrek"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Derrek"
"Derrek" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3002nd of 7552 | 144 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1330th of 10718 | 658 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1094th of 16616 | 1,411 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2652nd of 24088 | 651 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5900th of 23106 | 178 |
Regional Popularity of "Derrek" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.03% 1352nd/2937 |
47.80% 1665th/3483 |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
31.80% 1286th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.33% 1044th/3685 |
33.63% 1505th/4475 |
27.94% 1451st/5194 |
19.68% 1243rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
54.60% 2502nd/4582 |
- |
44.20% 3232nd/7313 |
39.96% 2982nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
62.77% 4282nd/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Derrek" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Derrek"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Derrek" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.