A Dictionary of Names. Origin and Meaning of Names!
A Dictionary of Names. Origin and Meaning of Names!
 











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Origin and Meaning of Duke

Gender

Masculine

Origin of Duke

Latin

Usage of Duke

English

Meaning of Duke

The name Duke is derived from the Latin word "dux" meaning "leader" (the Latin word "ducere" means "to lead").

Famous bearers

A bearer is Duke Ellington (1899 - 1974), an American jazz composer, pianist, and band leader.

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