Boys name · California
Derek in California
Derek was the 302nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 123 babies named Derek that year. Since 1939, California families have named 26,723 babies Derek.
Popularity over time
Derek in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 6 | 484th |
| 1955 | 56 | 268th |
| 1966 | 321 | 103rd |
| 1978 | 266 | 134th |
| 1990 | 752 | 92nd |
| 2002 | 409 | 144th |
| 2013 | 343 | 154th |
| 2025 | 123 | 302nd |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 484th in 1939 to 302nd in 2025.
The most babies named Derek in California in a single year was 809, in 1989. Its best showing was 65th among boys names in 1987.
Across the country, Derek reached its best rank of 22nd in South Dakota (1987). See Derek in every state →
How popular is Derek in California?
Derek was the 302nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 123 babies named Derek that year. Since 1939, California families have named 26,723 babies Derek.
How many babies are named Derek in California?
In 2025, 123 babies were named Derek in California. The most babies named Derek in California in a single year was 809, in 1989.
What is the rank of Derek in California?
Derek ranked 302nd among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 65th among boys names in 1987.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.