Gerald vs Duncan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gerald

Boy #1,168 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule of the spear, spear ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English Irish American

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Boy #1,104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish British American

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Gerald Rank #1,168

Duncan Rank #1,104

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 vs #1168 for Gerald.

Is Gerald or Duncan more popular?

Duncan is more popular, ranked #1104 compared to Gerald at #1168 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Duncan mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Gerald and Duncan boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Duncan is primarily a boy name.