Duryodhana
“A French name with cultural significance”
French origin · Unisex name
#1643US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile
What does Duryodhana mean and where does it come from?
Duryodhana is a name found across French cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.
Cultural significance
Duryodhana carries the heritage of French tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1643 in 2015 — currently #1643 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Duryodhana?
Duryodhana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Duryodhana Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Duryodhana Rose
Floral · soft ending
Duryodhana Mae
Sweet · timeless
Duryodhana Claire
French influence · crisp
Duryodhana Jane
Literary · strong
Duryodhana Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Duryodhana right now?
Holding steady — currently #1643 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Duryodhana 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 Duryodhana?
Common
DurDuAna
Famous people named Duryodhana
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Duryodhana (medieval French noble)
Duryodhana held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
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Duryodhana (French monarch)
Duryodhana bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.
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Duryodhana (French impressionist artist)
Duryodhana used this name in the rich tradition of French visual arts and culture.
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Duryodhana (medieval French noble)
Duryodhana held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.
What names sound and feel like Duryodhana?
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Common questions about the name Duryodhana
What does the name Duryodhana mean?
Duryodhana 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 Duryodhana?
Duryodhana 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 Duryodhana?
Duryodhana 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.
What sibling names go well with Duryodhana?
Duryodhana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar French heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Duryodhana a common or rare name?
Duryodhana is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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