What does the name Duane mean?

The name Duane means "Dark, black".

What is the origin of the name Duane?

Duane is a name of Irish origin.

In 2023, 72 babies were named Duane in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Duane is traditionally used as a boy's name.

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Births Last Year: 72 ↘

All-Time Total: 115,235

Peak Year: 1959

Duane is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Dubhán, meaning "little dark one."

Boy names closely related to Duane

Chayse Norman Dale Storm Myron Lamar Todd Giovonni

Girl names closely related to Duane

Laina Shianne Shiann Marah Ellianna Mackenna Kierstin Shawna

Names with similar meaning to Duane

Dewayne Dwayne

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