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The name Douglass peaked for girls at #4385 in 1935. Douglass is occasionally used for boys in 2024.

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Douglass is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Douglas, which originated as a Scottish surname meaning 'dark water' or 'dark stream.' This specific spelling with the double 's' is most famously associated with Frederick Douglass, the renowned 19th-century abolitionist, writer, and statesman who was born into slavery and became a powerful advocate for freedom and equality. The name carries historical weight and dignity, particularly in connection to civil rights and social justice. While less common than the single-s spelling, Douglass maintains the strong, classic character of the original while subtly distinguishing itself. It conveys traditional masculinity combined with intellectual substance.

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The name Douglass is currently ranked #954 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #575 in 1942. It is currently rising in popularity. Douglass is occasionally used for girls in 1951.

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