Charlotte vs Duncan

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
Nicknames
Dunc, Dunk

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Duncan Rank #1,104

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1104 for Duncan.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Duncan ___

  • Duncan James
  • Duncan Robert
  • Duncan Alistair
  • Duncan Fraser
  • Duncan Ian
  • Duncan Callum

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Duncan

Callum Alistair Isla Fiona Malcolm

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Duncan more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Duncan at #1104 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Duncan mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Duncan means "dark warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Charlotte and Duncan boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Duncan is primarily a boy name.

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