Grey vs Douglas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Grey Rank #878

Douglas Rank #855

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 vs #878 for Grey.

Is Grey or Douglas more popular?

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Grey and Douglas mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Grey and Douglas boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Douglas is primarily a boy name.