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How to pronounce Derek (DE-rek)

Derek

DE-rek

Derek

Germanic origin. Two syllables, stress on the first. Short 'e'.

Notes

Germanic origin. Two syllables, stress on the first. Short 'e'.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Old German
Meaning
people's ruler (short for Theodoric)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Del
  • Derro
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