Duke vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Duke Rank #710

Bruce Rank #540

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #710 for Duke.

Is Duke or Bruce more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Bruce mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Duke and Bruce boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.