What does the name Derek mean?

The name Derek is a male name of German origin that means "Gifted ruler of the people.".

How do you pronounce Derek?

Derek is pronounced as DEH rek.

What is the origin of the name Derek?

The name Derek is of German origin.

Derek Name Meaning, Origin, Pronunciation, and Ranking

What does Derek mean?

The name Derek is commonly a male name from the "German" origin that means "Gifted ruler of the people.".

Pronunciation

The pronunciation of Derek is DEH rek.

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Numerology of Derek

Lucky Number: 5

The 5 is the explorer of personality types. They're curious and impulsive; they love to connect with others but also enjoy solitude when necessary. Traveling for them is a chance to see new things and learn about the world around us all in one fell swoop!

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Quick Facts

Name	Derek
Gender	Male
Meaning	Gifted ruler of the people.
Origin	German
First Letter	D
Characters	5
Pronunciation	DEH rek
Syllables	2
Lucky Number	5
Popularity	39733
Ranking	#32944

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