Doug Awad

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Doug Awad — English
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Doug Awad is a name that combines English origins. The first name Doug is a masculine given name of English origin. Doug is a male personal name (or, depending on which definition of "personal name" one uses, part of a personal name). It is sometimes a given name (or "first name"), but more often it is a hypocorism (affectionate variation of a personal name) which takes the place of a given name, usually Douglas. The surname Awad: Awad or Aouad or Awwad (Arabic: عوض or at times عوّاد) is an Arabic given name and surname. People with the name include: of the origin عوّاد Awwad Eid Al-Aradi Al-Balawi, former Director General of Saudi Arabian Border Guards, Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Awad Hamad al-Bandar (1945–2007), Iraqi chief judge under Saddam Hussein's presidency Awad Khleifat (born 1945), Jordanian politician Surname of the origin عوض Gamal Awad, Egyptian squash player Jacqueline Cabaj Awad, Swedish tennis player Krayem Awad, Austrian painter, sculptor and poet Mira Awad, Israeli Arab musician Moha. Doug is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Doug reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Doug

English

Doug is a male personal name (or, depending on which definition of "personal name" one uses, part of a personal name). It is sometimes a given name (or "first name"), but more often it is a hypocorism (affectionate variation of a personal name) which takes the place of a given name, usually Douglas.

Surname: Awad

Arabic

Awad or Aouad or Awwad (Arabic: عوض or at times عوّاد) is an Arabic given name and surname. People with the name include: of the origin عوّاد Awwad Eid Al-Aradi Al-Balawi, former Director General of Saudi Arabian Border Guards, Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Awad Hamad al-Bandar (1945–2007), Iraqi chief judge under Saddam Hussein's presidency Awad Khleifat (born 1945), Jordanian politician Surname of the origin عوض Gamal Awad, Egyptian squash player Jacqueline Cabaj Awad, Swedish tennis player Krayem Awad, Austrian painter, sculptor and poet Mira Awad, Israeli Arab musician Moha.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Doug is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Doug by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Doug Awad

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Doug Awad:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Doug?
The first name Doug originates from English. Doug is a male personal name (or, depending on which definition of "personal name" one uses, part of a personal name). It is sometimes a given name (or "first name"), but more often it is a hypocorism (affectionate variation of a personal name) which takes the place of a given name, usually Douglas.
When was Doug most popular?
The name Doug reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Awad?
The surname Awad originates from Arabic. Awad or Aouad or Awwad (Arabic: عوض or at times عوّاد) is an Arabic given name and surname. People with the name include: of the origin عوّاد Awwad Eid Al-Aradi Al-Balawi, former Director General of Saudi Arabian Border Guards, Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Awad Hamad al-Bandar (1945–2007), Iraqi chief judge under Saddam Hussein's presidency Awad Khleifat (born 1945), Jordanian politician Surname of the origin عوض Gamal Awad, Egyptian squash player Jacqueline Cabaj Awad, Swedish tennis player Krayem Awad, Austrian painter, sculptor and poet Mira Awad, Israeli Arab musician Moha.
What are the origins of the name Doug Awad?
The name Doug Awad combines two different traditions: the first name Doug has English roots, while the surname Awad originates from Arabic.
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