Declining since 1985, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Duran since 1925
Babies named Duran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 12 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 61 |
| 1960s | 88 |
| 1970s | 151 |
| 1980s | 504 |
| 1990s | 282 |
| 2000s | 229 |
| 2010s | 144 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Duran is a name of Turkish and possibly Arabic origin, associated with steadfastness. In the United States, it has been in use since at least 1925, but its popularity peaked in 1984, likely influenced by the band Duran Duran. Since 1985, its usage has declined. In 2025, it ranked 7,194, with approximately 1 in 155,280 newborn boys receiving the name. The name remains relatively uncommon and is not strongly tied to any specific state. Its trajectory reflects a modest history with a spike in the 1980s, followed by a gradual decrease.
Duran is likely of Turkish origin, from the word 'duran' meaning 'standing' or 'steadfast'. It may also be a variant of the Arabic name 'Duran' or 'Durran' (دُرَّان), a plural form of 'durr' meaning 'pearl'. However, in Turkish it is used as a given name and surname. The name gained some visibility in English-speaking countries through the pop band Duran Duran, named after a character in the 1968 film 'Barbarella'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: D
Sibling names for Duran
Names that share Duran's style, for a brother or sister.
