DERECK
The meaning of the boy name Dereck is GIFTED RULER. FROM THEODORIC..
Details on DERECK:
- Gender:
- Boy
- Meaning(s):
- Gifted ruler. from theodoric
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,352nd in the USA (top 5%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
412 births
DERECK as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of DERECK:
The name Dereck is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Dereck is: Leader.
The name Dereck is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Dereck is: Leader.
The name Dereck is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Dereck is: Gifted ruler. From Theodoric.
USA birth(s) for DERECK by year:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DERECK
DERECK as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 412 births |
| 2023 | 291 births |
| 2022 | 203 births |
| 2021 | 131 births |
| 2020 | 120 births |
| 2019 | 104 births |
| 2018 | 116 births |
| 2017 | 145 births |
| 2016 | 125 births |
| 2015 | 129 births |
| 2014 | 149 births |
| 2013 | 157 births |
| 2012 | 133 births |
| 2011 | 159 births |
| 2010 | 144 births |
| 2009 | 165 births |
| 2008 | 157 births |
| 2007 | 148 births |
| 2006 | 108 births |
| 2005 | 132 births |
| 2004 | 102 births |
| 2003 | 94 births |
| 2002 | 85 births |
| 2001 | 92 births |
| 2000 | 82 births |
| 1999 | 90 births |
| 1998 | 83 births |
| 1997 | 106 births |
| 1996 | 81 births |
| 1995 | 111 births |
| 1994 | 107 births |
| 1993 | 126 births |
About the name DERECK
**Dereck** – A name that resonates with strength and leadership, derived from the Old German name Theodoric, meaning "ruler of the people." This noble name carries with it a sense of honor and responsibility, symbolizing a guiding spirit who inspires those around him. Popular in various cultures, Dereck finds its home in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, where it has maintained a steady presence through the decades. With variations like Derek and Derrek, the name has also crossed borders, finding favor in Scandinavian countries such as Sweden and Norway, where it embodies a blend of tradition and modernity. As a name, Dereck evokes images of a steadfast companion, a devoted friend, and a confident leader, making it a warm and meaningful choice for a little one destined to make a mark on the world.
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