Douglas

Douglas means “Dark water; dark river”.

Origin: GaelicRegion: USA, GlobalGender: BoySyllables: 2

US popularity

#101

all-time rank

557K

births

declining

Boomer era

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Frequently asked

What does the name Douglas mean?

Douglas means "Dark water; dark river", and is of Gaelic origin.

What is the origin of Douglas?

Douglas originates from Gaelic.

How popular is the name Douglas?

Douglas has been given to about 557,071 babies in the US and is currently declining, most associated with the Boomer generation.

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