Douglas Minard

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Minard — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Minard 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 Minard: Minard, Argyll, Scotland, United Kingdom Minard Castle a castle in Argyll Minard Castle (County Kerry) a castle in County Kerry, Ireland People with the surname Charles Joseph Minard (1781–1870), French civil engineer and noted pioneer in infographics Chris Minard (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Christelle Minard (born 1970), French MP David Minard (1913–2005), American physiologist Joseph M. Minard (1932–2022), American politician from West Virginia Lawrence Minard (1949–2001), American journalist 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: Minard

French

Minard, Argyll, Scotland, United Kingdom Minard Castle a castle in Argyll Minard Castle (County Kerry) a castle in County Kerry, Ireland People with the surname Charles Joseph Minard (1781–1870), French civil engineer and noted pioneer in infographics Chris Minard (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Christelle Minard (born 1970), French MP David Minard (1913–2005), American physiologist Joseph M. Minard (1932–2022), American politician from West Virginia Lawrence Minard (1949–2001), American journalist

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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 Minard

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 Minard:

3
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Minard?
The surname Minard originates from French. Minard, Argyll, Scotland, United Kingdom Minard Castle a castle in Argyll Minard Castle (County Kerry) a castle in County Kerry, Ireland People with the surname Charles Joseph Minard (1781–1870), French civil engineer and noted pioneer in infographics Chris Minard (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Christelle Minard (born 1970), French MP David Minard (1913–2005), American physiologist Joseph M. Minard (1932–2022), American politician from West Virginia Lawrence Minard (1949–2001), American journalist
What are the origins of the name Douglas Minard?
The name Douglas Minard combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Minard originates from French.
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