Douglas Grimm

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Grimm — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Grimm 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 Grimm: Alexander Grimm (born 1986), German slalom canoeist Alfred Grimm (1943–2026), German object artist, sculptor, painter and draftsman Brothers Grimm, German linguists Jacob Grimm (1785–1863), German philologist, jurist and mythologist Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859), German author, the younger of the Brothers Grimm Carl Hugo Grimm (1890–1978), American composer Charlie Grimm (1898–1983), American baseball player and manager Christi Grimm, American politician Christoph Grimm (born 1957), German politician Christopher Grimm, American writer, director, and actor Christopher Grimm (politician) (1828–1895). 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: Grimm

English

Alexander Grimm (born 1986), German slalom canoeist Alfred Grimm (1943–2026), German object artist, sculptor, painter and draftsman Brothers Grimm, German linguists Jacob Grimm (1785–1863), German philologist, jurist and mythologist Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859), German author, the younger of the Brothers Grimm Carl Hugo Grimm (1890–1978), American composer Charlie Grimm (1898–1983), American baseball player and manager Christi Grimm, American politician Christoph Grimm (born 1957), German politician Christopher Grimm, American writer, director, and actor Christopher Grimm (politician) (1828–1895).

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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 Grimm

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 Grimm:

4
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Grimm?
The surname Grimm originates from English. Alexander Grimm (born 1986), German slalom canoeist Alfred Grimm (1943–2026), German object artist, sculptor, painter and draftsman Brothers Grimm, German linguists Jacob Grimm (1785–1863), German philologist, jurist and mythologist Wilhelm Grimm (1786–1859), German author, the younger of the Brothers Grimm Carl Hugo Grimm (1890–1978), American composer Charlie Grimm (1898–1983), American baseball player and manager Christi Grimm, American politician Christoph Grimm (born 1957), German politician Christopher Grimm, American writer, director, and actor Christopher Grimm (politician) (1828–1895).
What are the origins of the name Douglas Grimm?
The name Douglas Grimm combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Grimm originates from English.
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