Duran
Duran is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Enduring, firm, or lasting.
Origin and history
Duran is a masculine name derived from the Latin term 'durandus', meaning firm, enduring, or lasting. While widely recognized as a surname, it has seen steady, albeit rare, use as a given name in the United States since the late 19th century. Its usage as a first name remains uncommon and distinctive today.
Popularity in the United States
1,537 babies in the United States have been named Duran since 1880. It ranks #3208 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1876.
States where it is most popular
- CA (44.8 %)
- TX (14.1 %)
- MI (12.3 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
- NY (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 12 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 10 |
| 1950-1960 | 61 |
| 1960-1970 | 88 |
| 1970-1980 | 151 |
| 1980-1990 | 504 |
| 1990-2000 | 282 |
| 2000-2010 | 229 |
| 2010-2019 | 144 |
| 2020-2029 | 51 |
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Latin verb 'durare', which means to last or endure.
- Although famous as a surname, fewer than 2,000 U.S. boys have been given Duran as a first name since 1880.