Arden vs Duncan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arden

Boy #946 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great forest, eagle valley"

Origin: Celtic/Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#946
Total SSA Count
242
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arden Rank #946
Duncan Rank #1,104

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arden or Duncan more popular?

Arden is more popular, ranked #946 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Arden and Duncan mean?

Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin). Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Arden and Duncan boy or girl names?

Arden is primarily a boy name. Duncan is primarily a boy name.

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