Flynn vs Duke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Flynn

Boy #738 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the red-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
351
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Flynn Rank #738
Duke Rank #710

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #738 for Flynn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flynn or Duke more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Flynn at #738 in the United States.

What do Flynn and Duke mean?

Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Flynn and Duke boy or girl names?

Flynn is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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