Little dark one; swarthy
Derived from the Irish surname Γ DubhΓ‘in, it is a diminutive of 'dubh', meaning black or dark. It was traditionally used to describe someone with dark hair or a dark complexion. While popular in the mid-20th century, it has since become a rare vintage choice.
Less common today
Duane isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #522 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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