Arden vs Douglas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Douglas

Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#855
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arden Rank #946
Douglas Rank #855

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 vs #946 for Arden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arden or Douglas more popular?

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 compared to Arden at #946 in the United States.

What do Arden and Douglas mean?

Arden means "great forest, eagle valley" (Celtic/Old English origin). Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Arden and Douglas boy or girl names?

Arden is primarily a boy name. Douglas is primarily a boy name.

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