Douglas Lemley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Lemley — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Lemley 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 Lemley: Earl Lemley Core (1902–1984), botanist and botanical educator, researcher, author and local West Virginia historian Elizabeth Lemley (born 2006), American freestyle skier Harry Jacob Lemley (1883–1965), United States federal judge Jack Lemley, the Chairman of the United Kingdom Olympic Delivery Authority until his resignation in 2006 Jim Lemley (born 1965), American film and television producer based in Paris and Los Angeles Luther Henry Lemley (1914–1982), Railway system engineer. Designed and built the railway system for Liberia 1958–1963. 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: Lemley

English

Earl Lemley Core (1902–1984), botanist and botanical educator, researcher, author and local West Virginia historian Elizabeth Lemley (born 2006), American freestyle skier Harry Jacob Lemley (1883–1965), United States federal judge Jack Lemley, the Chairman of the United Kingdom Olympic Delivery Authority until his resignation in 2006 Jim Lemley (born 1965), American film and television producer based in Paris and Los Angeles Luther Henry Lemley (1914–1982), Railway system engineer. Designed and built the railway system for Liberia 1958–1963.

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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 Lemley

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 Lemley:

7
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Lemley?
The surname Lemley originates from English. Earl Lemley Core (1902–1984), botanist and botanical educator, researcher, author and local West Virginia historian Elizabeth Lemley (born 2006), American freestyle skier Harry Jacob Lemley (1883–1965), United States federal judge Jack Lemley, the Chairman of the United Kingdom Olympic Delivery Authority until his resignation in 2006 Jim Lemley (born 1965), American film and television producer based in Paris and Los Angeles Luther Henry Lemley (1914–1982), Railway system engineer. Designed and built the railway system for Liberia 1958–1963.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Lemley?
The name Douglas Lemley combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Lemley originates from English.
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