Durward Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Durward originates from Middle English, translating to 'door keeper.' It evolved from Old English and Middle English forms. The name signifies a role of protection or service, although it has no biblical relevance. Historically, it was associated with guardianship, and while it is not widely used today, it carries a sense of tradition and history.
The name Durward is most popular in Oklahoma, 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, Durward has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Durward' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 655th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1030th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1614th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3523rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12589th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Durward' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Durward"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʌrwərd/
Origin
Middle English
Etymology
The name Durward is derived from the Middle English term 'durward,' which means 'door keeper' or 'doorkeeper.' It is a compound of 'dur,' meaning 'door,' and 'ward,' meaning 'keeper.'
Meaning
door keeper
Language Evolution
Old English: duruweard, Middle English: durward, Modern English: Durward
Historical Usage
Durward gained popularity as a surname in medieval England, particularly among those in positions of guardianship or service.
Variants & Derivatives
Durwood, Durbard, Duerward
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Durward is a less common name, often perceived as traditional or historical rather than trendy.
Famous People
Durward Kirby, an American television personality, Durward L. Allen, an American physicist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Durward"
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 "Durward"
"Durward" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 655th of 7545 | 1,486 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1030th of 6773 | 744 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1614th of 7552 | 446 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3523rd of 10718 | 137 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Durward" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
42.73% 605th/1416 |
70.63% 974th/1379 |
26.12% 618th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
48.02% 1130th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
60.57% 1728th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| 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 "Durward" 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 "Durward"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Durward" 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.