Duffield

A French name with cultural significance
French origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1910US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile

What does Duffield mean and where does it come from?

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

Cultural significance
Duffield carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1910 in 2015 — currently #1910 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Duffield?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1910 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1910 · Top 1.4%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#191010stable
2022#191010stable
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2020#191010stable
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💎Duffield 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 Duffield?

Common
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Famous people named Duffield

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Duffield (French author)
Duffield immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.
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Duffield (French philosopher)
Duffield carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
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Duffield (French impressionist artist)
Duffield used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Duffield (medieval French noble)
Duffield 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 Duffield

What does the name Duffield mean?
Duffield 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 Duffield?
Duffield 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 Duffield?
Duffield 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 Duffield a common or rare name?
Duffield is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Duffield more of a girl or boy name?
Duffield is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.