In English, derivative primarily refers to anything derived from a source - not primitive or original. Derivative may also specifically refer to:

In etymology, a word formed from a more basic word

Derivative, in mathematics, the instantaneous rate of change of a function

Derivative (finance), a contract whose value is derived from that of other quantities

Derivative work, in copyright law, a modification of an original work

Derivative suit (or derivative action), a type of lawsuit filed by minority shareholders

Derivation (linguistics)

Spinoff summary and related information.

Derivative (chemistry), a type of compound

Derivative (company) is a spinoff of Side Effects Software, creators of Houdini