Duc Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Duc' has its roots in Vietnamese culture, meaning virtue or morality. It has evolved from its modern form to historical variants like 'Đức'. The name is often associated with positive traits and gained popularity in the 20th century. It does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Duc"
Pronunciation
/dʊk/
Origin
Vietnamese
Etymology
The name 'Duc' originates from Vietnamese culture, where it often signifies virtue or morality.
Meaning
virtue, morality
Language Evolution
Duc (modern Vietnamese), Đức (historical Vietnamese)
Historical Usage
The name Duc gained popularity in Vietnam, especially during the 20th century, as a common name reflecting personal virtues.
Variants & Derivatives
Đức, Duc Minh, Duc Anh
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Duc is viewed positively in Vietnam, often associated with strong moral character and respect.
Famous People
Duc Minh, Duc Anh
📊 Duc Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Explore More Duc Name Visualizations
✨ Duc Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Duc"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Duc"
"Duc" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3466th of 16616 | 250 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8956th of 24088 | 105 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17702nd of 23106 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Duc" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
28.53% 1802nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Duc" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Duc"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Duc" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Duc" in the United States
The name Duc is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Duc has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Duc' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3466th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8956th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17702nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Duc' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.