Gender: Male
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Brown Warrior, Dark-skinned Warrior, Brown Fighter, Helmeted
Pronunciation: DUHNG-kuhn, /ˈdʌŋkən/, D AH NG K AH N
Popularity Rank: #4,521
The name Duncan is of Scottish origin and means 'dark warrior' or 'brown-haired warrior'. It is a name that symbolizes strength, bravery, and leadership, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a strong and powerful name for their son.
The name Duncan is of Scottish origin and means Brown Warrior, Dark-skinned Warrior, Brown Fighter, Helmeted. It is often used as a Male name and is mostly used as a Last Name.
Duncan is commonly found in United Kingdom, South Africa, United States of America, and 72 more countries.
Phonetic Pronunciation: DUHNG-kuhn
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet): /ˈdʌŋkən/
ARPAbet Phonetic Pronunciation: D AH NG K AH N
D: Pronounce as in "dog" (D AO G)
AH: Pronounce as in "but" (B AH T)
NG: Pronounce as in "sing" (S IH NG)
K: Pronounce as in "cat" (K AE T)
AH: Pronounce as in "but" (B AH T)
N: Pronounce as in "no" (N OW)
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At NamesLook, the name Duncan is recorded 13,080 times globally, ranking it as the 4,521th most common name worldwide.
Duncan is most prevalent in United Kingdom, with 5,551 occurrences, making it the 342th most popular name in the country.
In United Kingdom, the name Duncan is found among 1 in every 99 people, showcasing its highest frequency there.
| Country | Rank | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | #342 | 1 : 99 |
| South Africa | #873 | 1 : 952 |
| United States of America | #2,258 | 1 : 1,279 |
| Netherlands | #1,030 | 1 : 497 |
| Canada | #968 | 1 : 652 |
| France | #3,103 | 1 : 2,780 |
| Hong Kong | #1,049 | 1 : 1,526 |
| Malaysia | #5,760 | 1 : 9,953 |
| Singapore | #2,959 | 1 : 5,183 |
| Nigeria | #6,227 | 1 : 11,151 |
This chart displays the ranking of the name Duncan from 1980 to 2023, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Social Security Administration.
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Last Updated: May 25, 2024 01:29 AM (GMT + 5.30)
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