Dereck

80s sensation Derek brought several spelling variations along for the ride, including Derick, Derrick, and Dereck. While this spelling fell off the charts in in '93, it has resurfaced in 2023 after rising a whopping 238 places. Also a fast-rising choice in 2024, Dereck ranked at #664, placing it below Derek (#258), but above Derrick (#817).

The name itself derives from the Old English Dederick, a variation of Theodoric, meaning "the people's ruler". The revival of Dere(c)k as a baby name (in all its various spellings) is also happening in Spain and it remains a familiar choice in Puerto Rico. In the UK, New Zealand, and Canada however, Dere(c)k would be a rarer choice.

American basketball player Dereck Lively II may have inspired people to use this spelling, given that its rise up the charts coincides with the beginning of the sport star's professional career.

Pronounced DARE-ik.

As of October 2026, Dereck ranked #688 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #664 in 2024.