Find out how popular the last name Douglin is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Douglin.

Douglin, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Douglin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Douglin in America

Douglin is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Douglin surname appeared 109 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Douglin.

The history of the last name Douglin

The surname Douglin is believed to have originated in Scotland, derived from the Gaelic words "dubh" meaning "dark" and "glin" meaning "valley" or "glen". This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived in a dark or shaded valley.

The earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 12th century in the Scottish Lowlands. It is thought that the name may have been derived from a specific place name, such as Douglin or Douglinton, although these locations are now obscure or no longer exist.

One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the name was Sir William Douglin, a Scottish knight who fought alongside King Robert the Bruce during the Scottish Wars of Independence in the early 14th century. He was granted lands in Lanarkshire for his loyalty and military service.

In the late 15th century, a branch of the Douglin family settled in the Scottish Highlands, where they became prominent landowners and clan leaders. Sir John Douglin, born in 1472, was a well-known chieftain and warrior who played a significant role in the clan battles of the time.

The name Douglin has also been associated with several notable figures throughout history. One such individual was Sir Robert Douglin, a Scottish philosopher and scholar who lived in the 17th century. He is best known for his works on ethics and moral philosophy.

Another prominent Douglin was James Douglin, a Scottish explorer who accompanied Captain James Cook on his voyages to the Pacific Ocean in the late 18th century. Douglin played a crucial role in documenting and mapping many of the islands and coastal regions they encountered.

In the 19th century, the Douglin family produced several influential figures in the arts and literature. One such individual was Mary Douglin, a celebrated Scottish poet and novelist who wrote extensively about her homeland's rich cultural heritage.

While the surname Douglin has its roots in Scotland, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the rugged landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Scotland.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Douglin

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Douglin.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Douglin was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Douglin was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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