Doug
BoyDoug is a boy's name of Scottish/Gaelic origin meaning "Diminutive of Douglas from Scottish Gaelic dubh and glas, meaning dark water.". It is pronounced DUG. Today it is a popular name (popularity 89/100) and fading.
Scottish/Gaelic origin · /DUG/ · classic
Meaning: Diminutive of Douglas from Scottish Gaelic dubh and glas, meaning dark water.
Insights
Most popular in the 1960s.
Today, Doug is a popular, familiar name (popularity 89/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Frequently asked questions about Doug
What does Doug mean?
Doug means "Diminutive of Douglas from Scottish Gaelic dubh and glas, meaning dark water.". It is of Scottish/Gaelic origin.
Is Doug a boy or girl name?
Doug is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Doug?
Doug is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 89/100. It was most popular in the 1960s.
How is Doug pronounced?
Doug is pronounced DUG.
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