Dupont
A French name with cultural significance
French origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1559US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Dupont mean and where does it come from?

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

Cultural significance
Dupont carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1559 in 2015 — currently #1559 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Dupont?

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

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

Holding steady — currently #1559 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1559 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#155910stable
2022#155910stable
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2020#155910stable
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💎Dupont 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 Dupont?

Common
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Famous people named Dupont

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Dupont (French impressionist artist)
Dupont used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Dupont (French monarch)
Dupont bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.
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Dupont (French philosopher)
Dupont carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.
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Dupont (French impressionist artist)
Dupont used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Common questions about the name Dupont

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