Dereka is a unisex given name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba name Oluwakayode, which means "Wealthy and rich at home." It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century but has since become less common. Dereka is often spelled variations such as Derika or Derika.
"The name Dereka experienced its peak popularity between 1987 and 1998, with over 16 births each year during this period. However, it started to decline afterwards, with fewer than 15 births per year from 1999 onwards."