Douglas
boy name#807 in 2025Douglas entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #23 in 1942, ranks #807 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#807
rank today
#23
peak (1942)
308
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #301 |
| 1890s | #228 |
| 1900s | #193 |
| 1910s | #154 |
| 1920s | #104 |
| 1930s | #76 |
| 1940s | #35 |
| 1950s | #29 |
| 1960s | #31 |
| 1970s | #51 |
| 1980s | #76 |
| 1990s | #166 |
| 2000s | #352 |
| 2010s | #591 |
| 2020s | #783 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Douglas has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 399,000 people named Douglas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Douglas alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Douglas in 2025?
- Douglas ranks #807 among US boy names in 2025, with 308 babies given the name.
- When was the name Douglas most popular?
- Douglas peaked in 1942, reaching #23 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Douglas with classmates?
- Douglas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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