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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Dark-haired or dark-complexioned, from Gaelic dubh, 'black, dark'
- Origin
- Scottish/Irish Gaelic (surname from dubh)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- DUF
Duff is a Scottish and Irish Gaelic name that began as a surname, taken from the word dubh, meaning 'black, dark.' It originally described someone dark-haired or dark-complexioned. It's pronounced DUF, a short, one-syllable sound.
Meaning & Origin of Duff
Meaning: Dark-haired or dark-complexioned, from Gaelic dubh, 'black, dark'.
Origin: Scottish/Irish Gaelic (surname from dubh).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Duff
DUFIPA /dʌf/
Popularity of Duff
Duff has never been common in the U.S. Its highest Social Security rank was #945 in 1880, with just 5 babies given the name. By 2008, the latest year in the data, it had slipped to #11462, with 6 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Duff mean?
Dark-haired or dark-complexioned, from Gaelic dubh, ‘black, dark’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Duff?
Duff is pronounced DUF (IPA: /dʌf/).
Is Duff a popular name right now?
Duff peaked at #945 in 1880 and is ranked #11462 as of 2008. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2008.)
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