How to Pronounce Duncan
Duncan / duhngkuhn /
The name Duncan is a Male name of English origin meaning "Dark warrior". It is pronounced duhngkuhn.
English Male
Meaning & Origin
Duncan is a English name meaning "Dark warrior". The name Duncan has Scottish and Gaelic origins. It is derived from the Gaelic name Donnchadh, composed of 'donn' meaning 'brown' or 'dark', and 'cath' meaning 'battle' or 'warrior'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic duhngkuhn
IPA dʌŋkən
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as duhngkuhn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Duncan
- · Duncan Keith - Hockey Player
- · Duncan Sheik - Singer-Songwriter
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Duncan?
- Duncan is pronounced duhngkuhn.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Duncan?
- The correct pronunciation of Duncan is duhngkuhn (IPA: dʌŋkən).
- Is Duncan a English name?
- Yes, Duncan is a English name meaning "Dark warrior".
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