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Scott vs Duke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Scott

Boy #566 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from Scotland, a Scotsman"

Origin: Old English/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
517
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Scott Rank #566
Duke Rank #710

Scott is more popular, ranked #566 vs #710 for Duke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott or Duke more popular?

Scott is more popular, ranked #566 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Scott and Duke mean?

Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Scott and Duke boy or girl names?

Scott is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.

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