Duke vs Ridge

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ridge

Boy #529 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dweller near the ridge"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#529
Total SSA Count
563
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Rid, Riy, Riie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Duke Rank #710
Ridge Rank #529

Ridge is more popular, ranked #529 vs #710 for Duke.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Duke ___

  • Duke James
  • Duke William
  • Duke Henry
  • Duke Thomas
  • Duke Lee
  • Duke Allen

Ridge ___

  • Ridge James
  • Ridge Cole
  • Ridge Allen
  • Ridge Wayne
  • Ridge Thomas
  • Ridge Owen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Duke

Earl Rex Beau Chase Baron

If you choose Ridge

River Aspen Brooks Wren Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duke or Ridge more popular?

Ridge is more popular, ranked #529 compared to Duke at #710 in the United States.

What do Duke and Ridge mean?

Duke means "leader, military commander" (Latin origin). Ridge means "dweller near the ridge" (Old English origin).

Are Duke and Ridge boy or girl names?

Duke is primarily a boy name. Ridge is primarily a boy name.

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