The number two
Derived from the Latin 'duos' and Old French 'deus', the name literally refers to the number two. In American culture, it is frequently used as a nickname for a son who is a 'Junior' or the second to bear a specific family name.
Less common today
Deuce isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,826 in 2025.
NFL Pro Bowl running back
NFL offensive lineman
Title character and male gigolo · Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo
Son of Medusa · Monster High
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
