Douglas Wingo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Douglas Wingo — dark water
551K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Douglas Wingo 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 Wingo: Ajume Wingo, Cameroonian political and social philosopher Al Wingo (1898–1964), American baseball player Blair Wingo (born 1984), model, actress, and Christian spoken word artist Donnie Wingo (born 1960), NASCAR crew chief Ed Wingo (1895–1964), Canadian baseball player Effiegene Locke Wingo (1883–1962), U.S. Representative from Arkansas Harthorne Wingo (born 1947), American basketball player Henry Wingo, American soccer player Ivey Wingo (1890–1941), American baseball player Mekhi Wingo (born 2003), American football player Otis Wingo (1877–1930), U.S. 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: Wingo

English

Ajume Wingo, Cameroonian political and social philosopher Al Wingo (1898–1964), American baseball player Blair Wingo (born 1984), model, actress, and Christian spoken word artist Donnie Wingo (born 1960), NASCAR crew chief Ed Wingo (1895–1964), Canadian baseball player Effiegene Locke Wingo (1883–1962), U.S. Representative from Arkansas Harthorne Wingo (born 1947), American basketball player Henry Wingo, American soccer player Ivey Wingo (1890–1941), American baseball player Mekhi Wingo (born 2003), American football player Otis Wingo (1877–1930), U.S.

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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 Wingo

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 Wingo:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Wingo?
The surname Wingo originates from English. Ajume Wingo, Cameroonian political and social philosopher Al Wingo (1898–1964), American baseball player Blair Wingo (born 1984), model, actress, and Christian spoken word artist Donnie Wingo (born 1960), NASCAR crew chief Ed Wingo (1895–1964), Canadian baseball player Effiegene Locke Wingo (1883–1962), U.S. Representative from Arkansas Harthorne Wingo (born 1947), American basketball player Henry Wingo, American soccer player Ivey Wingo (1890–1941), American baseball player Mekhi Wingo (born 2003), American football player Otis Wingo (1877–1930), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Douglas Wingo?
The name Douglas Wingo combines two different traditions: the first name Douglas has Celtic roots, while the surname Wingo originates from English.
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