Stanley vs Duke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stanley

Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #710 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"leader, military commander"

Origin: Latin

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Stanley Rank #877

Duke Rank #710

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 vs #877 for Stanley.

Is Stanley or Duke more popular?

Duke is more popular, ranked #710 compared to Stanley at #877 in the United States.

What do Stanley and Duke mean?

Stanley means "stony meadow" (Old English origin). Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin).

Are Stanley and Duke boy or girl names?

Stanley is primarily a boy name. Duke is primarily a boy name.