Douglas as a Male Name
Douglas is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Douglas for a boy get a name with a clear Scottish Gaelic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Douglas means “dark river, black water” and is of Scottish Gaelic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Doug, Dougal, Douglass, Dugald.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Douglas across all genders, see the complete Douglas name meaning.
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Is Douglas a boy's name?+
Douglas is most commonly a boy's name. It means “dark river, black water” and is of Scottish Gaelic origin.
What does Douglas mean?+
Douglas means “dark river, black water” and originates from Scottish Gaelic.