Duncan Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Duncan is of Scottish Gaelic origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Donnchadh', meaning 'brown warrior' or 'dark-haired warrior'. It became popular in Scotland and later spread to other English-speaking countries.
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Scottish (Celtic) 60% -
English (Anglo-Saxon) 30%
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Irish (Celtic) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Duncan
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Duncan in the US (SSA Data):
Duncan Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.