Douglas Morton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Morton — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Morton 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 Morton: Adam Morton (1945–2020), Canadian philosopher Alexandra Morton (born 1957), American and Canadian marine biologist Alicia Morton (born 1987), American actress Amy Morton (born 1959), American actress (Arthur) Leslie Morton, communist historian and educator Behren Morton (born 2002), American football player Bubba Morton (1931–2006), American baseball player and coach Cale Morton (born 1990), Australian footballer Chesley V. 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: Morton

English

Adam Morton (1945–2020), Canadian philosopher Alexandra Morton (born 1957), American and Canadian marine biologist Alicia Morton (born 1987), American actress Amy Morton (born 1959), American actress (Arthur) Leslie Morton, communist historian and educator Behren Morton (born 2002), American football player Bubba Morton (1931–2006), American baseball player and coach Cale Morton (born 1990), Australian footballer Chesley V.

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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 Morton

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 Morton:

3
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Morton?
The surname Morton originates from English. Adam Morton (1945–2020), Canadian philosopher Alexandra Morton (born 1957), American and Canadian marine biologist Alicia Morton (born 1987), American actress Amy Morton (born 1959), American actress (Arthur) Leslie Morton, communist historian and educator Behren Morton (born 2002), American football player Bubba Morton (1931–2006), American baseball player and coach Cale Morton (born 1990), Australian footballer Chesley V.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Morton?
The name Douglas Morton combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Morton originates from English.
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