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    Duncan (en. Duncan)

    /dœ̃.kɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Male first name of Gaelic origin.
    Duncan is a popular name in Scotland.
    Duncan est un prénom populaire en Écosse.
    Family name of Scottish origin.
    The Duncan family has a long history in Edinburgh.
    La famille Duncan a une longue histoire à Édimbourg.
    Reference to the character in Shakespeare's play 'Macbeth'.
    Duncan is the king murdered by Macbeth.
    Duncan est le roi assassiné par Macbeth.

    Etymology

    Of Scottish origin, the name Duncan comes from the Gaelic 'Donnchad' which means 'dark chief'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Duncan the Wise
    Used to designate a wise or thoughtful person.
    Duncan le Sage
    A man of Duncan
    Refers to someone noble or respected.
    Un homme de Duncan

    Related Words

    Macbeth
    Shakespeare's play featuring Duncan.
    Macbeth
    Scotland
    Country of origin of the name Duncan.
    Écosse
    nobility
    Evokes the royal or aristocratic status often associated with the Duncans.
    noblesse

    Slang Meanings

    To duncanize
    Don't be a duncan, act wisely.
    Ne sois pas un duncan, agis avec sagesse.
    A duncan
    He thinks he’s the king of the night, he really is a duncan.
    Il se croit le roi de la soirée, c'est vraiment un duncan.