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Duke vs Ty

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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Ty

Boy #858 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"tile maker (short for Tyler)"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#858
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Ty Rank #858

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #858 for Ty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Ty more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Ty at #858 in the United States.

What do Duke and Ty mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Ty means "tile maker (short for Tyler)" (Old French origin).

Are Duke and Ty boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Ty is primarily a boy name.

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