Duda

A French name with cultural significance
French origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1890US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Duda mean and where does it come from?

Duda is a name found across French cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Duda carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1890 in 2015 — currently #1890 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Duda?

Duda works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Duda Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Duda Rose
Floral · soft ending
Duda Mae
Sweet · timeless
Duda Claire
French influence · crisp
Duda Jane
Literary · strong
Duda Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Duda right now?

Holding steady — currently #1890 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1890 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#189010stable
2022#189010stable
2021#189010stable
2020#189010stable
2019#189010
💎Duda is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Duda?

Common
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Famous people named Duda

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Duda (French author)
Duda immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Duda (French philosopher)
Duda carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
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Duda (French impressionist artist)
Duda used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Duda (medieval French noble)
Duda held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Common questions about the name Duda

What does the name Duda mean?
Duda means "A French name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in French tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Duda?
Duda is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Duda?
Duda originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Duda a common or rare name?
Duda is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Duda more of a girl or boy name?
Duda is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.