Duard Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Duard is an Old English name meaning 'guardian warrior'. It evolved from forms like Dugard and has historical ties to medieval England. The name embodies traits of strength and protection, although it does not have biblical significance. While not widely used today, it carries a unique and strong image.
The name Duard is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Duard has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Duard' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1763rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2154th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3444th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Duard' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Duard"
Pronunciation
/djuːˈɑrd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Duard is derived from the Old English elements 'duguð' meaning 'warrior' and 'weard' meaning 'guardian' or 'protector'.
Meaning
guardian warrior
Language Evolution
Dugard, Duard, Deward
Historical Usage
The name Duard saw increased popularity during the medieval period in England, particularly among families with a warrior heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Edward, Deward, Dugard
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Duard is relatively uncommon but is viewed as a strong and unique name with a historical resonance.
Famous People
Duard K. Morrow, Duard L. Cotter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Duard"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Duard"
"Duard" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1763rd of 7545 | 302 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2154th of 6773 | 219 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3444th of 7552 | 105 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Duard" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
65.89% 1559th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Duard" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Duard"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Duard" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.