A boy’s name with Scottish roots, Duncan is a popular choice. This Anglicized baby name, which has the meaning “dark-skinned warrior,” has its roots in the tradition of the Scottish highlands. Formerly a well-known family name, Duncan comes from the name Donnachadh, meaning “brown battle.” Several well-known cities and communities in the United States have also adopted this baby name as their own. From the Middle Ages and Shakespeare to today, this name can encourage a child to be brave and strong in any situation.
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More Names Like Duncan That’ll Win Parent’s Heart:
| Graham | Nolan |
| Spencer | Harrison |
| Miles | Oliver |
| Archer | Callum |
| Graham | Emmett |
| Sullivan | Finley |
| Everett | Bennett |
| Maxwell |
Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name? Great choices include the following:
| Desmond | Dahlia |
| Daphne | Declan |
| Danielle | Donovan |
| Daisy | Dalton |
| Dexter | Dana |
| Drew | Duncan |
| Delaney | Delilah |