Douglas Kahl

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Kahl — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Kahl 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 Kahl: Alfred Kahl (1877–1946), German academic B. Michael Kahl (1941–2012), American public affairs consultant/lobbyist Bruno Kahl (1914–1999), German Wehrmacht officer Chris Kahl (born 1977), American musician Colin Kahl (born 1971), American gov official Daniel Kahl (born 1960), American-Japanese television personality Gordon Kahl (1920–1983), American animator Margot Kahl (born 1961), Chilean engineer and television host Milt Kahl (1909–1987), American animator Nick Kahl (politician) (born 1977), American politician Nick Kahl (baseball) (1879–1959), American baseball player Oscar Kahl (born 1997). 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: Kahl

English

Alfred Kahl (1877–1946), German academic B. Michael Kahl (1941–2012), American public affairs consultant/lobbyist Bruno Kahl (1914–1999), German Wehrmacht officer Chris Kahl (born 1977), American musician Colin Kahl (born 1971), American gov official Daniel Kahl (born 1960), American-Japanese television personality Gordon Kahl (1920–1983), American animator Margot Kahl (born 1961), Chilean engineer and television host Milt Kahl (1909–1987), American animator Nick Kahl (politician) (born 1977), American politician Nick Kahl (baseball) (1879–1959), American baseball player Oscar Kahl (born 1997).

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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 Kahl

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 Kahl:

3
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Kahl?
The surname Kahl originates from English. Alfred Kahl (1877–1946), German academic B. Michael Kahl (1941–2012), American public affairs consultant/lobbyist Bruno Kahl (1914–1999), German Wehrmacht officer Chris Kahl (born 1977), American musician Colin Kahl (born 1971), American gov official Daniel Kahl (born 1960), American-Japanese television personality Gordon Kahl (1920–1983), American animator Margot Kahl (born 1961), Chilean engineer and television host Milt Kahl (1909–1987), American animator Nick Kahl (politician) (born 1977), American politician Nick Kahl (baseball) (1879–1959), American baseball player Oscar Kahl (born 1997).
What are the origins of the name Douglas Kahl?
The name Douglas Kahl combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Kahl originates from English.
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