Doug Loos

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Doug Loos — English
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Doug Loos 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 Loos: Loos, Nord, a commune in France Loos-en-Gohelle, a commune in France Loos Memorial, World War I memorial in the commune Loos, British Columbia, a locality in Canada Loos (surname), a Dutch and Low German surname Battle of Loos, 1915 battle on the Western Front of World War I Van Gend & Loos, Dutch distribution company Ross–Loos Medical Group, Californian prepaid health service plan 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: Loos

English

Loos, Nord, a commune in France Loos-en-Gohelle, a commune in France Loos Memorial, World War I memorial in the commune Loos, British Columbia, a locality in Canada Loos (surname), a Dutch and Low German surname Battle of Loos, 1915 battle on the Western Front of World War I Van Gend & Loos, Dutch distribution company Ross–Loos Medical Group, Californian prepaid health service plan

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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 Loos

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 Loos:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Loos?
The surname Loos originates from English. Loos, Nord, a commune in France Loos-en-Gohelle, a commune in France Loos Memorial, World War I memorial in the commune Loos, British Columbia, a locality in Canada Loos (surname), a Dutch and Low German surname Battle of Loos, 1915 battle on the Western Front of World War I Van Gend & Loos, Dutch distribution company Ross–Loos Medical Group, Californian prepaid health service plan
How common is the surname Loos?
The surname Loos is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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