Duff

Q: What is the origin of Duff?

Duff is of Irish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Duff?

According to the latest SSA data, Duff is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Duff a boy name?

Duff is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Dark; Black"

Duff comes from Irish Gaelic elements meaning dark, chiefly a surname that is occasionally repurposed as a concise given name.

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Popularity History of Duff

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Duff did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Duff Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Duff.

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Baby Name Lists That Include Duff

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Duff mean?

Duff means "Dark; Black". Duff comes from Irish Gaelic elements meaning dark, chiefly a surname that is occasionally repurposed as a concise given

What is the origin of Duff?

Duff is of Irish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Duff?

According to the latest SSA data, Duff is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Duff a boy name?

Duff is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Duff?

Popular nicknames for Duff include dufy, duff, du, duffie, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Duff?

There are many names similar to Duff in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginIrish

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withD

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

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Sisters

Ashlynn Arline Arleen Allene Alannah

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