Duncan: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A noble name meaning dark warrior, strong and resolute.
- Origin
- Scottish
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #978
- Peak
- #378 in 1997
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Duncan Means
Duncan is a boy name of Scottish origin. A noble name meaning dark warrior, strong and resolute.
How Popular Duncan Is
Duncan currently ranks #978 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #378 in 1997. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Duncan
- Duncan peaked at #378 in the U.S. in 1997.
- Duncan is a name from the Scottish Gaelic tradition.
Names Like Duncan
Other Scottish names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Duncan
Scottish names that pair well as a brother or sister to Duncan.
Questions About Duncan
What does Duncan mean?
Duncan is a boy name of Scottish origin. A noble name meaning dark warrior, strong and resolute.
How popular is Duncan?
Duncan currently ranks #978 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #378 in 1997. It has held steady.
Where does Duncan come from?
Duncan comes from Scottish roots. Duncan peaked at #378 in the U.S. in 1997.
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