Douglas Kranz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Kranz — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Kranz 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 Kranz: Kranz is a German language-derived surname; in German the word means wreath. Ashley Kranz, winner of CMT Canada's "CMT Casting Call 2007" Bernhard Kranz, German highly decorated Hauptmann der Reserve in the Wehrmacht during World War II Carl Frederick Kranz, German-born minister and teacher, founder of the German Evangelical Proseminary, founding pree2sident of Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, Illinois Fran Kranz (born 1981), American actor Gene Kranz (born 1933), American NASA flight director and manager George Kranz, German dance music singer and percussionist Hugo Kranz, German-born businessma. 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: Kranz

English

Kranz is a German language-derived surname; in German the word means wreath. Ashley Kranz, winner of CMT Canada's "CMT Casting Call 2007" Bernhard Kranz, German highly decorated Hauptmann der Reserve in the Wehrmacht during World War II Carl Frederick Kranz, German-born minister and teacher, founder of the German Evangelical Proseminary, founding pree2sident of Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, Illinois Fran Kranz (born 1981), American actor Gene Kranz (born 1933), American NASA flight director and manager George Kranz, German dance music singer and percussionist Hugo Kranz, German-born businessma.

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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 Kranz

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 Kranz:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Kranz?
The surname Kranz originates from English. Kranz is a German language-derived surname; in German the word means wreath. Ashley Kranz, winner of CMT Canada's "CMT Casting Call 2007" Bernhard Kranz, German highly decorated Hauptmann der Reserve in the Wehrmacht during World War II Carl Frederick Kranz, German-born minister and teacher, founder of the German Evangelical Proseminary, founding pree2sident of Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, Illinois Fran Kranz (born 1981), American actor Gene Kranz (born 1933), American NASA flight director and manager George Kranz, German dance music singer and percussionist Hugo Kranz, German-born businessma.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Kranz?
The name Douglas Kranz combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Kranz originates from English.
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