Duran

Q: How popular is the name Duran?

Duran is ranked #12996 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ d-er-AN ]

Boy Name #12,996 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Duran is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-er-AN.

Parents who love the name Duran often also consider Diane, Danis, .

Popularity Over Time

#12,996

Current Rank

Peaked 1984 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #12,996
Total SSA Count: 7

Nicknames

Dur Duy Durie

Middle Name Ideas

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Duran Damian

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Danis Boy Ancient Greek Diane Boy Latin/Roman mythology Coran Boy Scottish Gaelic Edith Boy Old English Sharmon Boy Hebrew Daphne Boy Greek daphne

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Frequently Asked Questions About Duran

Is Duran a boy or girl name?

Duran is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Duran?

Duran is pronounced d-er-AN.

How popular is the name Duran?

Duran is currently ranked #12996 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Duran?

Common nicknames for Duran include Dur, Duy, and Durie.

Is Duran a common or rare name?

Duran is an uncommon name, ranked #12996 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Duran

Duran is a boy name .

Duran is currently ranked #12,996 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Duran include Dur, Duy, and Durie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.