Douglas Broome

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Broome — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Broome 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 Broome: Surname Albert Broome (1900–1989), British soccer player Bob Broome, American football coach Christopher Edmund Broome (1812–1886), British mycologist David Broome (born 1940), British equestrian Ernest James Broome (1908–1975), Canadian politician Emilia Broomé (1866–1925), Swedish politician, feminist and peace activist Frank Broome (1915–1994), English footballer Frederick Broome (1842–1896), Australian politician Harvey Broome (1902–1968), American lawyer, writer and conservationist Ian Broome (born 1960), English cricketer Jack Broome (1901–1985), Royal Navy officer James E. 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: Broome

English

Surname Albert Broome (1900–1989), British soccer player Bob Broome, American football coach Christopher Edmund Broome (1812–1886), British mycologist David Broome (born 1940), British equestrian Ernest James Broome (1908–1975), Canadian politician Emilia Broomé (1866–1925), Swedish politician, feminist and peace activist Frank Broome (1915–1994), English footballer Frederick Broome (1842–1896), Australian politician Harvey Broome (1902–1968), American lawyer, writer and conservationist Ian Broome (born 1960), English cricketer Jack Broome (1901–1985), Royal Navy officer James E.

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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 Broome

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 Broome:

3
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Broome?
The surname Broome originates from English. Surname Albert Broome (1900–1989), British soccer player Bob Broome, American football coach Christopher Edmund Broome (1812–1886), British mycologist David Broome (born 1940), British equestrian Ernest James Broome (1908–1975), Canadian politician Emilia Broomé (1866–1925), Swedish politician, feminist and peace activist Frank Broome (1915–1994), English footballer Frederick Broome (1842–1896), Australian politician Harvey Broome (1902–1968), American lawyer, writer and conservationist Ian Broome (born 1960), English cricketer Jack Broome (1901–1985), Royal Navy officer James E.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Broome?
The name Douglas Broome combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Broome originates from English.
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