Boys name · New York
Derek in New York
Derek was the 183rd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 108 babies named Derek that year. Since 1936, New York families have named 15,380 babies Derek.
Popularity over time
Derek in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1936 | 9 | 412th |
| 1953 | 36 | 286th |
| 1965 | 183 | 136th |
| 1977 | 200 | 84th |
| 1989 | 400 | 67th |
| 2001 | 273 | 86th |
| 2013 | 180 | 123rd |
| 2025 | 108 | 183rd |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 412th in 1936 to 183rd in 2025.
The most babies named Derek in New York in a single year was 400, in 1989. Its best showing was 64th among boys names in 1984.
Across the country, Derek reached its best rank of 22nd in South Dakota (1987). See Derek in every state →
How popular is Derek in New York?
Derek was the 183rd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 108 babies named Derek that year. Since 1936, New York families have named 15,380 babies Derek.
How many babies are named Derek in New York?
In 2025, 108 babies were named Derek in New York. The most babies named Derek in New York in a single year was 400, in 1989.
What is the rank of Derek in New York?
Derek ranked 183rd among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 64th among boys names in 1984.
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.