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Duncan vs Toby

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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Toby

Boy #1,106 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is good"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,106
Total SSA Count
194
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Duncan Rank #1,104
Toby Rank #1,106

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 vs #1106 for Toby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duncan or Toby more popular?

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 compared to Toby at #1106 in the United States.

What do Duncan and Toby mean?

Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Toby means "God is good" (Hebrew origin).

Are Duncan and Toby boy or girl names?

Duncan is primarily a boy name. Toby is primarily a boy name.

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