Duke vs Heath

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

Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Heath Rank #852

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #852 for Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Heath more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Duke and Heath mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Duke and Heath boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.

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