Stanley vs Douglas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stanley

Boy #877 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"stony meadow"

Origin: Old English

English American Australian Canadian

✓ All Clear

Boy #855 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark blue water"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Scottish English American Canadian

✓ All Clear

Stanley Rank #877

Douglas Rank #855

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 vs #877 for Stanley.

Is Stanley or Douglas more popular?

Douglas is more popular, ranked #855 compared to Stanley at #877 in the United States.

What do Stanley and Douglas mean?

Stanley means "stony meadow" (Old English origin). Douglas means "dark blue water" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Stanley and Douglas boy or girl names?

Stanley is primarily a boy name. Douglas is primarily a boy name.