Dun Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dun Name at a Glance

Name	Dun
Meaning	Diminutive of Duncan: Brown-skinned soldier.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dun Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dun means “Diminutive of Duncan: Brown-skinned soldier”. 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.

Dun Name Origin

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

Is Dun a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Dun

When considering Dun for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.