Boys name · Iowa
Derek in Iowa
Derek was the 600th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 5 babies named Derek that year. Since 1950, Iowa families have named 3,509 babies Derek.
Popularity over time
Derek in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 7 | 295th |
| 1966 | 15 | 184th |
| 1976 | 65 | 62nd |
| 1986 | 115 | 47th |
| 1995 | 89 | 52nd |
| 2005 | 27 | 158th |
| 2015 | 10 | 360th |
| 2025 | 5 | 600th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa fell from 295th in 1950 to 600th in 2025.
The most babies named Derek in Iowa in a single year was 159, in 1987. Its best showing was 34th among boys names in 1990.
Across the country, Derek reached its best rank of 22nd in South Dakota (1987). See Derek in every state →
How popular is Derek in Iowa?
Derek was the 600th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 5 babies named Derek that year. Since 1950, Iowa families have named 3,509 babies Derek.
How many babies are named Derek in Iowa?
In 2025, 5 babies were named Derek in Iowa. The most babies named Derek in Iowa in a single year was 159, in 1987.
What is the rank of Derek in Iowa?
Derek ranked 600th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 34th among boys names in 1990.
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.