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Davis vs Duke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#710
Total SSA Count
375
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Davis Rank #646
Duke Rank #710

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Duke more popular?

Davis is more popular, ranked #646 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Davis and Duke mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Davis and Duke boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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