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The name Derek is of German descent; it means 'Gifted Ruler' and is a shortened version of an older classical name: Theodoricwhich means 'Peoples rule' or 'Ruler of people'
In English, Derek is sometimes translated to 'Rules the people' rather than gifted ruler.
The Latin roots for the name Derek also trace back to other words with similar sounds like 'direct' and 'director' which retain similar cognitive meanings.
To direct someone is to instruct them; a director is a person whose job is to give orders and and instructions; and to name someone Derek is to name them a ruler of people.
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What actors and actresses appeared in You Know What I Mean - 1998?
The cast of You Know What I Mean - 1998 includes: Javez Derek as Derek
What is the birth name of Derek Lake?
Derek Lake's birth name is Derek Michael Lake.
What nicknames does Derek Eyamie go by?
Derek Eyamie goes by Derek J..
What is the birth name of Derek Rucas?
Derek Rucas's birth name is Derek Peter Rucas.
What is the birth name of Derek Acorah?
Derek Acorah's birth name is Derek Francis Johnson.
What actors and actresses appeared in You Know What I Mean - 1998?
The cast of You Know What I Mean - 1998 includes: Javez Derek as Derek
What does Derek Storm mean?
War God
How much does Derek hough weigh?
If you mean Derek Hough from DWTS, he weighs 155lbs and is 5' 10" tall.
What does Derek mean in German?
"Derek" does not have a direct translation in German. It is a proper name that can be used in German-speaking countries as is, without translation.
Does Derek have a life?
It depends what you mean about that. There is a series called Life With Derek. Also, if you mean that there is this boy named Derek that doesn't seem very popular, then yes, popular people would say Derek needs to get a life. Really, every single person on the planet has a life because living is also known as having a life.
What does the last-name bolden mean?
bald man eg. derek boldman
Are there pictures of Derek Hough pantless?
not to my knowledge.. i mean there are a few of him in his swim trunks....
Who played in Criminal Minds?
if by "moran" you mean derek morgan, then he is played by shemar moore
Why is derek name derek?
His name is derek because his great great grandpa name was derek.
What is the better name Derek or Garrett?
Garrett. I mean, in it means great spearsmen. It's a no brainer.
Who plays moran in criminal minds?
if by "moran" you mean derek morgan, then he is played by shemar moore
Why is Derek Jeter's name Derek?
His name is derek because his great great grandpa name was derek.
