Douglass
Pronunciation: [ d-UHGL-uhs ]
Douglass is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,430 in the US, popular nicknames include Dou, Doy, and Douie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Douglass
See all →What the Douglass report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Douglass the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Douglass first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,719 babies have been named Douglass in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Douglass is past its peak , currently ranked #13,430 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,430
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Douglass fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Girl Name
Douglass is also used as a girl name, ranked #52538.
View Douglass as a girl name →Similar Names
See all names like Douglass →Compare Douglass with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Douglass and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Douglass sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →American English slang origin
"tough, masculine, rugged"
#13,319 in US
Yoruba origin
"God is sufficient for me"
#13,450 in US
Old English/American origin
"from the valley"
#13,440 in US
Irish origin
"little seal"
#13,321 in US
Germanic origin
"member of the Frankish tribe"
#13,245 in US
Old High German origin
"home ruler, industrious"
#13,449 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Douglass's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Douglass
Is Douglass a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Douglass?
How popular is the name Douglass?
What are common nicknames for Douglass?
Is Douglass a common or rare name?
What boy names are similar to Douglass?
Are there other spellings for Douglass?
About the Name Douglass
Douglass is a boy name .
Is Douglass a boy or girl name? Douglass is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,430 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #52,538. Douglass is more commonly used as a boy name.
Douglass is currently ranked #13,430 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Douglass include Dou, Doy, Douie, and Dougie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Douglass include Douglas . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis