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Duke vs Jon

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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Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#893
Total SSA Count
265
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Jon Rank #893

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #893 for Jon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Jon more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Duke and Jon mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Duke and Jon boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.

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