Dereck Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDEH-rek / /ˈdɛrɛk/English; German
Meaning
English: ruler; German: powerful leader
Historical & Cultural Background
Dereck is a variant of Derek, which is derived from the Old German name Theodoric. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. It is often associated with strength and leadership due to its meanings. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Dereck has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Derek
- Derick
International Variants
- Derrick (English)
- Derek (Dutch)
- Derrik (Dutch)
Famous people named Dereck
—
Fictional characters named Dereck
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dereck was first seen in the United States in 1949. Dereck has ranked as high as #956 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Dereck has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dereck (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 59 | |
| CA | 43 | |
| NY | 39 | |
| FL | 35 | |
| MD | 20 | |
| VA | 19 | |
| GA | 16 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| PA | 14 | |
| MA | 11 | |
| TN | 11 | |
| IL | 11 | |
| CT | 10 | |
| LA | 9 | |
| KY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 35 |
| 1959 | 34 |
| 1960 | 50 |
| 1961 | 47 |
| 1962 | 45 |
| 1963 | 51 |
| 1964 | 54 |
| 1965 | 48 |
| 1966 | 54 |
| 1967 | 53 |
| 1968 | 65 |
| 1969 | 72 |
| 1970 | 90 |
| 1971 | 77 |
| 1972 | 77 |
| 1973 | 84 |
| 1974 | 71 |
| 1975 | 73 |
| 1976 | 58 |
| 1977 | 69 |
| 1978 | 77 |
| 1979 | 104 |
| 1980 | 153 |
| 1981 | 128 |
| 1982 | 158 |
| 1983 | 163 |
| 1984 | 148 |
| 1985 | 142 |
| 1986 | 142 |
| 1987 | 167 |
| 1988 | 163 |
| 1989 | 187 |
| 1990 | 170 |
| 1991 | 139 |
| 1992 | 133 |
| 1993 | 126 |
| 1994 | 107 |
| 1995 | 111 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 106 |
| 1998 | 83 |
| 1999 | 90 |
| 2000 | 82 |
| 2001 | 92 |
| 2002 | 85 |
| 2003 | 94 |
| 2004 | 102 |
| 2005 | 132 |
| 2006 | 108 |
| 2007 | 148 |
| 2008 | 157 |
| 2009 | 165 |
| 2010 | 144 |
| 2011 | 159 |
| 2012 | 133 |
| 2013 | 157 |
| 2014 | 149 |
| 2015 | 129 |
| 2016 | 125 |
| 2017 | 145 |
| 2018 | 116 |
| 2019 | 104 |
| 2020 | 120 |
| 2021 | 131 |
| 2022 | 203 |
| 2023 | 291 |
| 2024 | 412 |