Female and male first names beginning with the letter “D”..

Duanna, an Irish name meaning 'dark challenge', honors the legendary warrior queen who embodied strength, courage, and intelligence.

Mandinka name meaning 'born on Sunday'.

Irish origin name meaning "dark haired," derived from the Gaelic words dubh (black/dark) and -án (small/diminutive). Once used as a nickname for boys with dark features, Duanne now transcends gender norms, popular worldwide. Notably, Ella Fitzgerald was born Ella Duanne Fitzgerald.

Italian origin, means "gift" or "present" and was popular among medieval nobility and wealthy merchants in Italy. It is still considered rare but distinctive today. Notably, the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri's birth name was Durante, a variant of Duante.

Rare French given name derived from 'duraunt', meaning "enduring" or "lasting".

Portuguese male given name derived from the Old German name Dudrad, translating to "of the council".

American origin and its meaning remains unclear due to its unique creation by parents seeking distinctiveness

Irish given name derived from the surname Ó Dúbhthaigh, meaning "descendant of the dark-haired one," and tracing back to the ancient Gaelic personal name Dubthach, translating to "dark water" or "black river.

Emirati name of Arabic origin, derived from "daba" meaning 'to grow', reflecting its namesake city's rapid development.

Uncommon Yoruba male given name from West Africa, translating to "One who has arrived from the realm of spirits".

Irish origin given name derived from the historic city of Dublin, meaning "town of the hurdled ford.

Captivating unisex name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Duibhlinn', meaning 'black pool' and referring to a dark river near Ireland's capital city.

Uncommon, unique given name with unknown origin and meaning.

The surname Dubois is of French origin, meaning 'of the woods,' and was likely given to someone who lived or worked near forests.

Brazilian name derived from the Tupi-Guarani word "Tupã", meaning "God" or "Lord".

French given name derived from Latin 'dux', meaning 'leader'.

The Italian surname Ducati originates from Tuscany's Borgo San Sepolcro city. Derived from the Latin word 'ducatus', meaning 'to lead' or 'leader', it was initially a nickname for individuals seen as leaders or possessing leadership qualities, dating back to the 14th century.

Unique Latin-derived name meaning 'leader'. It was popular among ancient Roman families to denote authority and has been used as a given name in various countries worldwide.

Rare French origin name derived from 'duchin', meaning 'from Duchen', a town near Toulouse. Its meaning, 'from the place called Duchen', signifies a strong sense of place and heritage. Despite its historical significance, Duchein remains uncommon today, making it an unusual yet meaningful choice for parents.

Uncommon yet regal English name derived from 'duchess', historically referring to a duke's wife, evoking images of elegance and power.

Irish name meaning "black", derived from the old Gaelic word "dubh".

The name Dude originates from American cowboy culture in the late 19th century, originally meaning an inexperienced or city-born person adopting cowboy attire. Today, it's associated with laid-back coolness.

English boy's name derived from the Old English "Dudlegh," meaning "from the meadow where dye is produced." It has been associated with notable figures like John Dudley, 1st Duke of Northumberland, and was popular during the Victorian era.

English male given name derived from "Dudda," meaning "from Duddesdon," an ancient estate in Gloucestershire. It was first used as a given name by the prominent Dudley family in the 13th century, carrying associations of power and nobility. Today, it remains relatively uncommon but is found worldwide, particularly in English-speaking countries.

Rare Latin-derived unisex name meaning 'twelve', with historical connections like Saint Duece.

French origin, meaning 'a combat between two people', derived from the Old French word 'duel'.

Rare, modern name of unknown origin, with no documented meaning or history.

Rare Italian-origin girls' name derived from the surname Duelli, signifying 'brave or daring.'

Uncommon yet captivating unisex name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning "the one who follows" or "the one who comes after.

Rare American given name, possibly derived from Douglas ('dark') or 'due', with notable bearers like baseball player Duey Wright.

Irish given name derived from 'dubh', meaning 'dark' or 'black'.

Rare Scottish given name of Irish origin, derived from Ó Dubhthaigh meaning 'dark-haired'.

Rare Scottish name of Gaelic origin, derived from Dubhach meaning 'dark', originally given as a nickname to those with dark hair or complexion.

Irish given name, derived from the surname Ó Dubhthaigh meaning "dark-haired", popularized by figures like Duke Ellington.

Uncommon Irish given name meaning 'dark water', derived from the ancient surname Ó Dubhthaigh, and popularized globally due to Irish migration.

Rare yet historically significant Scottish masculine given name derived from the Gaelic word 'Dubhgall', meaning 'dark stranger'.

Irish given name derived from Ó Dubhgháin, meaning 'little black one', originally a surname for those with dark hair or complexion.

Scottish name derived from "Dubhglas," meaning "dark river.

Arabic name meaning 'universe' or 'cosmos', symbolizing vastness, diversity, and harmony.

Distinctive African-origin name, created by blending Douglas ('dark river') and Price ('value').