Douglas Blume

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Blume — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Blume is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Douglas is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Scottish Gaelic Dubhghlais, meaning 'dark water/stream.' The Black Douglases and Red Douglases were among the most powerful families in medieval Scotland. The surname Blume: Surname Anna and Bernhard Blume, German artistic photographers Astrid Blume (1872–1924), Danish educator and temperance advocate Bianka Blume (1843–1896), German opera singer Brian Blume (born 1950), American businessman, Dungeons & Dragons Carl Ludwig Blume (1796–1862), German-Dutch botanist Clemens Blume (1862–1932), Jesuit hymnologist Clint Blume (1898–1973), American baseball player Danny Blume (born 1960), American music producer, musician and composer David Blume, American permaculture teacher and entrepreneur Felix Blume (born 1984), known as Kollegah, German rapper Fred H. Douglas is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 551K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Douglas reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Douglas

Meaning: dark water

Celtic

From Scottish Gaelic Dubhghlais, meaning 'dark water/stream.' The Black Douglases and Red Douglases were among the most powerful families in medieval Scotland.

Surname: Blume

English

Surname Anna and Bernhard Blume, German artistic photographers Astrid Blume (1872–1924), Danish educator and temperance advocate Bianka Blume (1843–1896), German opera singer Brian Blume (born 1950), American businessman, Dungeons & Dragons Carl Ludwig Blume (1796–1862), German-Dutch botanist Clemens Blume (1862–1932), Jesuit hymnologist Clint Blume (1898–1973), American baseball player Danny Blume (born 1960), American music producer, musician and composer David Blume, American permaculture teacher and entrepreneur Felix Blume (born 1984), known as Kollegah, German rapper Fred H.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 44%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 10%
Ireland 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Douglas Blume

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 Douglas Blume:

6
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Douglas?
The first name Douglas originates from Celtic. From Scottish Gaelic Dubhghlais, meaning 'dark water/stream.' The Black Douglases and Red Douglases were among the most powerful families in medieval Scotland.
When was Douglas most popular?
The name Douglas reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Blume?
The surname Blume originates from English. Surname Anna and Bernhard Blume, German artistic photographers Astrid Blume (1872–1924), Danish educator and temperance advocate Bianka Blume (1843–1896), German opera singer Brian Blume (born 1950), American businessman, Dungeons & Dragons Carl Ludwig Blume (1796–1862), German-Dutch botanist Clemens Blume (1862–1932), Jesuit hymnologist Clint Blume (1898–1973), American baseball player Danny Blume (born 1960), American music producer, musician and composer David Blume, American permaculture teacher and entrepreneur Felix Blume (born 1984), known as Kollegah, German rapper Fred H.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Blume?
The name Douglas Blume combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Blume originates from English.
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