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Duncan vs Jethro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Duncan

Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,104
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Duncan Rank #1,104
Jethro Rank #1,082

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duncan or Jethro more popular?

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Duncan and Jethro mean?

Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Duncan and Jethro boy or girl names?

Duncan is primarily a boy name. Jethro is primarily a boy name.

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