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Duke vs Dillon

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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Dillon

Boy #870 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great tide, son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#870
Total SSA Count
276
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Dillon Rank #870

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #870 for Dillon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Dillon more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Dillon at #870 in the United States.

What do Duke and Dillon mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Dillon means "great tide, son of the sea" (Welsh origin).

Are Duke and Dillon boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Dillon is primarily a boy name.

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