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Duke vs Albert

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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Albert

Boy #607 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble bright (adal + beraht)"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English French German Spanish Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#607
Total SSA Count
467
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Albert Rank #607

Albert is more popular, ranked #607 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Albert more popular?

Albert is more popular, ranked #607 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Albert mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin).

Are Duke and Albert boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Albert is primarily a boy name.

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