Duncan
boy name#1123 in 2025Duncan entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #378 in 1997, ranks #1123 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1123
rank today
#378
peak (1997)
190
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #499 |
| 1890s | #619 |
| 1900s | #689 |
| 1910s | #706 |
| 1920s | #749 |
| 1930s | #765 |
| 1940s | #586 |
| 1950s | #563 |
| 1960s | #672 |
| 1970s | #870 |
| 1980s | #782 |
| 1990s | #521 |
| 2000s | #601 |
| 2010s | #835 |
| 2020s | #1011 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Duncan has been most popular in CA, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 17,500 people named Duncan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Duncan alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Duncan in 2025?
- Duncan ranks #1123 among US boy names in 2025, with 190 babies given the name.
- When was the name Duncan most popular?
- Duncan peaked in 1997, reaching #378 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Duncan with classmates?
- Duncan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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