Douglas vs Alfred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Douglas

Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #839 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise counselor"

Origin: Old English

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Douglas Rank #855

Alfred Rank #839

Alfred is more popular, ranked #839 vs #855 for Douglas.

Is Douglas or Alfred more popular?

Alfred is more popular, ranked #839 compared to Douglas at #855 in the United States.

What do Douglas and Alfred mean?

Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Alfred means "wise counselor" (Old English origin).

Are Douglas and Alfred boy or girl names?

Douglas is primarily a boy name. Alfred is primarily a boy name.