Gordon Albaugh

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gordon Albaugh — great hill
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gordon Albaugh is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Gordon is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy. The surname Albaugh: Albaugh is a surname of Austrian origin. It is an anglicized variation of the German language surname Albach. The American descendants of Austrian immigrants changed the name to Albaugh in the late 19th or early 20th century. Dennis Albaugh (born 1949/50), American billionaire, founder and chairman of Albaugh LLC James Albaugh (born 1950), American businessman; executive vice president of Boeing Aircraft John Albaugh (contemporary), American congressional staffer convicted in the Jack Abramoff affair John W. Albaugh (1837–1909), American stage actor Walter H. Gordon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gordon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gordon

Meaning: great hill

Scottish

Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.

Surname: Albaugh

English

Albaugh is a surname of Austrian origin. It is an anglicized variation of the German language surname Albach. The American descendants of Austrian immigrants changed the name to Albaugh in the late 19th or early 20th century. Dennis Albaugh (born 1949/50), American billionaire, founder and chairman of Albaugh LLC James Albaugh (born 1950), American businessman; executive vice president of Boeing Aircraft John Albaugh (contemporary), American congressional staffer convicted in the Jack Abramoff affair John W. Albaugh (1837–1909), American stage actor Walter H.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gordon is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gordon by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gordon Albaugh

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 Gordon Albaugh:

8
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Gordon?
The first name Gordon originates from Scottish. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.
When was Gordon most popular?
The name Gordon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Albaugh?
The surname Albaugh originates from English. Albaugh is a surname of Austrian origin. It is an anglicized variation of the German language surname Albach. The American descendants of Austrian immigrants changed the name to Albaugh in the late 19th or early 20th century. Dennis Albaugh (born 1949/50), American billionaire, founder and chairman of Albaugh LLC James Albaugh (born 1950), American businessman; executive vice president of Boeing Aircraft John Albaugh (contemporary), American congressional staffer convicted in the Jack Abramoff affair John W. Albaugh (1837–1909), American stage actor Walter H.
What are the origins of the name Gordon Albaugh?
The name Gordon Albaugh combines two different traditions: the first name Gordon has Scottish roots, while the surname Albaugh originates from English.
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