Duke vs Allen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Duke Rank #710

Allen Rank #574

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #710 for Duke.

Is Duke or Allen more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Allen mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin).

Are Duke and Allen boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Allen is primarily a boy name.