Douglas Colin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Colin — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Colin 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 Colin: Colin is a surname, variously derived including the given name Colin and the common name in French of some species of bird and fish. Alexander Colin or Colyn (1527/29–1612), Flemish sculptor Alexandre-Marie Colin (1798–1875), French painter of historical and genre subjects André Colin (1910–1978), French politician Andrew Colin (born 1936), British professor of computer science Andrew Colin (financial analyst), Australian specialist in portfolio theory Christie Colin (born 1982) American archer Denis Colin (born 1956), French bass clarinettist and composer Enrique Colin (born 1982), Mexican pr. 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: Colin

Spanish

Colin is a surname, variously derived including the given name Colin and the common name in French of some species of bird and fish. Alexander Colin or Colyn (1527/29–1612), Flemish sculptor Alexandre-Marie Colin (1798–1875), French painter of historical and genre subjects André Colin (1910–1978), French politician Andrew Colin (born 1936), British professor of computer science Andrew Colin (financial analyst), Australian specialist in portfolio theory Christie Colin (born 1982) American archer Denis Colin (born 1956), French bass clarinettist and composer Enrique Colin (born 1982), Mexican pr.

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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 Colin

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 Colin:

6
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Colin?
The surname Colin originates from Spanish. Colin is a surname, variously derived including the given name Colin and the common name in French of some species of bird and fish. Alexander Colin or Colyn (1527/29–1612), Flemish sculptor Alexandre-Marie Colin (1798–1875), French painter of historical and genre subjects André Colin (1910–1978), French politician Andrew Colin (born 1936), British professor of computer science Andrew Colin (financial analyst), Australian specialist in portfolio theory Christie Colin (born 1982) American archer Denis Colin (born 1956), French bass clarinettist and composer Enrique Colin (born 1982), Mexican pr.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Colin?
The name Douglas Colin combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Colin originates from Spanish.
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