Duane Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDWAYN / /dweɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'dark, swarthy'; English: 'from the place of the black river'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Duane has Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic name 'Dubhán', which means 'little black one'. It became popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, during the 20th century. The name is often associated with a sense of strength and individuality. It has been used in various cultural contexts, reflecting a blend of Irish heritage and modern American naming trends.
Trend Summary
Duane experienced peak popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dwayne
International Variants
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Fictional characters named Duane
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Duane was first seen in the United States in 1885. Duane has ranked as high as #267 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in Michigan, Minnesota, California, Ohio, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Duane has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Duane (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 6 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 16 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 21 |
| 1910 | 26 |
| 1911 | 27 |
| 1912 | 74 |
| 1913 | 79 |
| 1914 | 114 |
| 1915 | 196 |
| 1916 | 215 |
| 1917 | 209 |
| 1918 | 303 |
| 1919 | 311 |
| 1920 | 455 |
| 1921 | 546 |
| 1922 | 625 |
| 1923 | 725 |
| 1924 | 815 |
| 1925 | 896 |
| 1926 | 963 |
| 1927 | 1,082 |
| 1928 | 1,212 |
| 1929 | 1,246 |
| 1930 | 1,520 |
| 1931 | 1,728 |
| 1932 | 1,710 |
| 1933 | 1,765 |
| 1934 | 1,837 |
| 1935 | 1,830 |
| 1936 | 1,725 |
| 1937 | 1,630 |
| 1938 | 1,616 |
| 1939 | 1,494 |
| 1940 | 1,388 |
| 1941 | 1,534 |
| 1942 | 1,620 |
| 1943 | 1,622 |
| 1944 | 1,561 |
| 1945 | 1,582 |
| 1946 | 1,712 |
| 1947 | 2,092 |
| 1948 | 1,964 |
| 1949 | 1,996 |
| 1950 | 1,963 |
| 1951 | 2,146 |
| 1952 | 2,231 |
| 1953 | 2,338 |
| 1954 | 2,325 |
| 1955 | 2,345 |
| 1956 | 2,596 |
| 1957 | 2,621 |
| 1958 | 2,612 |
| 1959 | 2,966 |
| 1960 | 2,950 |
| 1961 | 2,734 |
| 1962 | 2,598 |
| 1963 | 2,594 |
| 1964 | 2,526 |
| 1965 | 2,275 |
| 1966 | 2,116 |
| 1967 | 2,111 |
| 1968 | 1,961 |
| 1969 | 1,887 |
| 1970 | 1,772 |
| 1971 | 1,615 |
| 1972 | 1,677 |
| 1973 | 1,334 |
| 1974 | 1,201 |
| 1975 | 1,042 |
| 1976 | 1,049 |
| 1977 | 1,048 |
| 1978 | 837 |
| 1979 | 829 |
| 1980 | 720 |
| 1981 | 612 |
| 1982 | 594 |
| 1983 | 531 |
| 1984 | 552 |
| 1985 | 566 |
| 1986 | 453 |
| 1987 | 428 |
| 1988 | 390 |
| 1989 | 401 |
| 1990 | 357 |
| 1991 | 333 |
| 1992 | 325 |
| 1993 | 269 |
| 1994 | 259 |
| 1995 | 252 |
| 1996 | 236 |
| 1997 | 203 |
| 1998 | 206 |
| 1999 | 175 |
| 2000 | 185 |
| 2001 | 177 |
| 2002 | 178 |
| 2003 | 155 |
| 2004 | 161 |
| 2005 | 147 |
| 2006 | 150 |
| 2007 | 148 |
| 2008 | 160 |
| 2009 | 121 |
| 2010 | 128 |
| 2011 | 130 |
| 2012 | 128 |
| 2013 | 108 |
| 2014 | 100 |
| 2015 | 113 |
| 2016 | 115 |
| 2017 | 102 |
| 2018 | 81 |
| 2019 | 70 |
| 2020 | 79 |
| 2021 | 81 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 70 |
| 2024 | 72 |