Duke vs Wilson

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

Wilson

Boy #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Will (William)"

Origin: Middle English patronymic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
431
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Wilson Rank #645

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Wilson more popular?

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Wilson mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Duke and Wilson boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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