Douglass
girl nameDouglass entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #4204 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#4204
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4763 |
| 1930s | #4204 |
| 1940s | #4691 |
| 1950s | #5414 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Douglass are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Douglass alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Douglass in 2025?
- Douglass is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Douglass most popular?
- Douglass peaked in 1935, reaching #4204 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Douglass with classmates?
- Douglass will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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