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Duke meaning and name origin
Duke \d(u)-ke\ as a boy's name is pronounced dook. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Duke is "leader". Title used as a nickname or given name. Duke is also a short form of Marmaduke. Duke has Western associations because it was the nickname of actor John Wayne, known for his roles in films of the American West. Jazz musician Duke Ellington.
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Popularity of Duke
Duke is not a popular first name for males but a very popular surname or last name for all people (#874 out of 88799) (2000 U.S. Census).
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