US Popularity Rank: 4479

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Little dark one

With Irish origins, Duane is a gender-neutral name meaning “little dark one.” Duane is more commonly used as a last name but has occasionally been used as a first. The name was at its height in popularity in 1960 but has dropped off the scale in recent decades. Like most gender-neutral names, one gender is more popular than the other. In this case, it’s more common to meet boys with the name Duane. If you’re looking for a unique Irish name to make baby feel close to their roots, Duane is an excellent choice.