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Meaning and origin of Derek
Gender:
Male
Ethnic Origin:
English
Meaning:
Gifted ruler. People ruler. Variant of the Old German TheodoricFamous bearer: Derrick was a 17th century hangman at Tyhurn, whose name became synonymous with 'gallows' and now refers to a type of crane.'Gifted ruler.' From Theodoric.
Popularity Ranking From 1990 - 2003 * :
Rank for year 1990 is 56
Rank for year 1991 is 62
Rank for year 1992 is 64
Rank for year 1993 is 69
Rank for year 1994 is 78
Rank for year 1995 is 88
Rank for year 1996 is 102
Rank for year 1997 is 106
Rank for year 1998 is 109
Rank for year 1999 is 113
Rank for year 2000 is 114
Rank for year 2001 is 128
Rank for year 2002 is 134
Rank for year 2003 is 143
* Rank 1 is the most popular, rank 2 is the next most popular, and so forth.
Rankings are from the top 1000 most popular names.
Numerology:
Expression Number 7: People with this name are excellent at analyzing, understanding, and learning. They tend to be mystics, philosophers, scholars, and teachers. Because they live so much in the mind, they tend to be quiet and introspective, and are usually introverts. When presented with issues, they will see the larger picture. Their solitary thoughtfulness and analysis of people and world events may make them seem aloof, and sometimes even melancholy.
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