Douglas Hargis

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Hargis — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Hargis 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 Hargis: Billy James Hargis (1925–2004), American evangelist Denver David Hargis (1921–1989), American politician Frankie Hargis (1965–2021), Cherokee politician Gary Hargis (born 1956), American baseball player John Hargis (swimmer) (born 1975), American swimmer John Hargis (basketball) (1920–1986), American basketball player V. Burns Hargis, American academic administrator Hargis, Kentucky, unincorporated community, United States Hargis, Louisiana, unincorporated community, United States 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: Hargis

English

Billy James Hargis (1925–2004), American evangelist Denver David Hargis (1921–1989), American politician Frankie Hargis (1965–2021), Cherokee politician Gary Hargis (born 1956), American baseball player John Hargis (swimmer) (born 1975), American swimmer John Hargis (basketball) (1920–1986), American basketball player V. Burns Hargis, American academic administrator Hargis, Kentucky, unincorporated community, United States Hargis, Louisiana, unincorporated community, United States

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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 Hargis

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 Hargis:

6
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Hargis?
The surname Hargis originates from English. Billy James Hargis (1925–2004), American evangelist Denver David Hargis (1921–1989), American politician Frankie Hargis (1965–2021), Cherokee politician Gary Hargis (born 1956), American baseball player John Hargis (swimmer) (born 1975), American swimmer John Hargis (basketball) (1920–1986), American basketball player V. Burns Hargis, American academic administrator Hargis, Kentucky, unincorporated community, United States Hargis, Louisiana, unincorporated community, United States
What are the origins of the name Douglas Hargis?
The name Douglas Hargis combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Hargis originates from English.
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