Meaning:
Its source is Dubhghlas, a Scots Gaelic name meaning "Dark river."
Popularity:
The name Doug ranked 323rd in popularity for males of all ages in a sample of the 1990 US Census.
Though this name has fluctuated in use, it has been quietly present throughout the last century.
Narrative:
This is the surname of one of Scotland's most historically prominent families -- warriors and leaders who were always in the thick of things.
The slogan of this clan is jamias arriere, meaning ''never behind,'' and its badge is a salamander atop a flaming hat.