Boys name · Virginia
Derek in Virginia
Derek was the 307th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 27 babies named Derek that year. Since 1952, Virginia families have named 5,076 babies Derek.
Popularity over time
Derek in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 7 | 383rd |
| 1965 | 27 | 206th |
| 1975 | 62 | 89th |
| 1985 | 133 | 56th |
| 1995 | 91 | 83rd |
| 2005 | 52 | 165th |
| 2015 | 28 | 306th |
| 2025 | 27 | 307th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia climbed from 383rd in 1952 to 307th in 2025.
The most babies named Derek in Virginia in a single year was 214, in 1987. Its best showing was 46th 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 Virginia?
Derek was the 307th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 27 babies named Derek that year. Since 1952, Virginia families have named 5,076 babies Derek.
How many babies are named Derek in Virginia?
In 2025, 27 babies were named Derek in Virginia. The most babies named Derek in Virginia in a single year was 214, in 1987.
What is the rank of Derek in Virginia?
Derek ranked 307th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 46th 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.