Dereke
boy nameDereke entered the US charts in 1955, peaked at #2534 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1955–2025
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rank today
#2534
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3753 |
| 1960s | #3442 |
| 1970s | #4307 |
| 1980s | #4897 |
| 1990s | #6849 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Dereke are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dereke alive today was born around 1974, making them about 51 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dereke in 2025?
- Dereke is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dereke most popular?
- Dereke peaked in 1972, reaching #2534 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dereke with classmates?
- Dereke will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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