Dereka
girl nameDereka entered the US charts in 1971, peaked at #4517 in 1980, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1971–2025
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rank today
#4517
peak (1980)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7570 |
| 1980s | #6245 |
| 1990s | #5853 |
| 2000s | #11049 |
| 2010s | #14657 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Dereka are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dereka alive today was born around 1994, making them about 31 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dereka in 2025?
- Dereka is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dereka most popular?
- Dereka peaked in 1980, reaching #4517 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dereka with classmates?
- Dereka will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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