Duane Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Duane Name at a Glance

Name	Duane
Meaning	From an Irish surname meaning black or dark. Many Irish and Scottish names have the meaning 'dark' or 'black.'.
Origin	Irish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Duane Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Duane means “From an Irish surname meaning black or dark. Many Irish and Scottish names have the meaning 'dark' or 'black”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Duane Name Origin

Our database records Duane under Irish origin. Browse more Irish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Duane a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Duane is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Duane

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