Boys name · Washington
Derek in Washington
Derek was the 408th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 18 babies named Derek that year. Since 1952, Washington families have named 5,516 babies Derek.
Popularity over time
Derek in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 7 | 296th |
| 1962 | 34 | 148th |
| 1973 | 80 | 59th |
| 1983 | 175 | 47th |
| 1994 | 134 | 58th |
| 2004 | 55 | 151st |
| 2015 | 32 | 264th |
| 2025 | 18 | 408th |
Its rank among boys names in Washington fell from 296th in 1952 to 408th in 2025.
The most babies named Derek in Washington in a single year was 244, in 1987. Its best showing was 40th 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 Washington?
Derek was the 408th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 18 babies named Derek that year. Since 1952, Washington families have named 5,516 babies Derek.
How many babies are named Derek in Washington?
In 2025, 18 babies were named Derek in Washington. The most babies named Derek in Washington in a single year was 244, in 1987.
What is the rank of Derek in Washington?
Derek ranked 408th among boys names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was 40th 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.