Duard
Duard is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Guard, guardian, or wealthy protector.
Origin and history
Duard is a rare masculine name of Germanic origin, traditionally considered a short form or variant of Edward or Durward. Historical records show sporadic usage in the United States, predominantly in the early to mid-20th century. Today, it remains extremely uncommon in American birth registries.
Popularity in the United States
632 babies in the United States have been named Duard since 1880. It ranks #4044 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (42.9 %)
- KY (35.7 %)
- OK (21.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 8 |
| 1910-1920 | 130 |
| 1920-1930 | 199 |
| 1930-1940 | 115 |
| 1940-1950 | 102 |
| 1950-1960 | 42 |
| 1960-1970 | 30 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 6 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Duard historically arose as a rare variation or regional contraction of names like Edward or Durward.
- Though never common, the name appeared consistently in U.S. birth records throughout the early 20th century.