Duke vs Douglas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duke

Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Duke Rank #710

Douglas Rank #855

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #855 for Douglas.

Is Duke or Douglas more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Douglas at #855 in the United States.

What do Duke and Douglas mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Duke and Douglas boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Douglas is primarily a boy name.