Holding steady.
Popularity of Duard since 1904
Babies named Duard per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1924, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Duard's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 8 |
| 1910s | 130 |
| 1920s | 199 |
| 1930s | 115 |
| 1940s | 102 |
| 1950s | 42 |
| 1960s | 30 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Duard is an exceedingly rare given name with uncertain origins. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1904 but never achieved any measurable popularity. The name's peak year was also 1904, and it has remained extremely uncommon since, with no recorded instances in recent decades. Its trajectory is essentially flat, indicating minimal ongoing usage. While its etymology is unclear, it is most often considered a variant of the classic Edward, linking it to a long tradition of English names. The name has no strong regional associations, as it appeared in too few instances to be linked to any particular state. For those seeking a truly distinctive name with a vintage feel, Duard offers a rare choice.
Duard is a rare name of uncertain origin, likely a shortened form or variant of Edward, which derives from Old English Eadweard, meaning 'wealthy guardian.' It may also be an anglicized form of the Latin Duardus, a medieval Latinization of Edward. The name has seen very limited use, first recorded in the United States in 1904 with no significant popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dewey, Duke
Sibling names for Duard
Names that share Duard's style, for a brother or sister.
