Boy Name · English Origin
Duval
Duval is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Gift of grace". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Duval often also consider Duffy.
Duval meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Gift of grace
Origin: English naming roots help connect Duval to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Duval as D·U·V·A·L, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Duval is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Duval variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Duvala, Duvale, Duvaly, Duva.
- Nicknames: Duv and D.
- Middle names: Pair Duval with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Duval middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Duffy, Devlin, Doyal, Donal, Dal pair naturally with Duval.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Duval
What does the name Duval mean?
Duval means "Gift of grace" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Duval?
Duval originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Duval?
Duval has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Duval a boy's or girl's name?
Duval is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Duval in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Duval sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Duval?
Names that share Duval's sound and style include Duffy, Devlin, Doyal, Donal, Dal.
What middle names pair well with Duval?
Good middle-name fits for Duval pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Duval is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Duval is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Duval?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Duval share its rhythm without rhyming — Duffy, Devlin, Doyal all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.