Dugan
Pronunciation: [ d-UHG-uhn ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dugan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 498 babies have been named Dugan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dugan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #13,823 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,823
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Dugan
Dugan is a boy name .
Dugan is currently ranked #13,823 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dugan include Dug, Duy, Duie, and Dugkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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