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Name Origin

Dereck is a variant spelling of Derek, a masculine given name of Germanic origin. It means 'ruler of the people' or 'powerful ruler'.

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Famous People

Dereck Chisora (1983-)

Professional Boxer

  • Former British and Commonwealth heavyweight champion
  • Known for his aggressive fighting style and entertaining personality