Duke

At a Glance: Name: Duke – Meaning: a leader or nobleman, from the title 'duke' – Origin: English (title/vocabulary name, also occupational surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: DOOK

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Duke comes straight from the English title of nobility, meaning a leader or nobleman — it's also been used as an occupational surname. It's pronounced DOOK, and it carries that same short, direct confidence as a first name.

Meaning & Origin of Duke

Meaning: A leader or nobleman, from the title 'duke'.

Origin: English (title/vocabulary name, also occupational surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Duke

Phonetic: DOOK   IPA: /ˈduːk/

Popularity of Duke

Duke hit its peak in 2018 at #533 nationally with 529 babies given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #709 with 375.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Duke mean?

A leader or nobleman, from the title ‘duke’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Duke)

How do you pronounce Duke?

Duke is pronounced DOOK (IPA: /ˈduːk/).

Is Duke a popular name right now?

Duke peaked at #533 in 2018 and is ranked #709 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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