Dougal
Meaning
Dark Stranger
Origin
Scottish
Pronunciation
/ˈduːɡəl/
Traits associated with the name Dougal:
Dogs named Dougal tend to be loving, industrious, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Dougal?
Naming your dog Dougal suggests that you have a sense of humor and enjoy the whimsical. It also suggests that you are a fan of the British comedy series, The Mighty Boosh, in which a character named Dougal appears.
Is Dougal a good dog name?
Dougal has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Dougal isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Dougal is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Dougal was, in the past month, the 1667th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2024, Dougal is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Dougal was viewed 58 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Dougal's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Dougal is most adored in Kentucky, South Carolina and Indiana.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Texas, District of Columbia and Arizona.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Dougal.
Most popular breeds named Dougal:
- Scottish Terrier
- Beagle
- Shetland Sheepdog
- Dachshund
- Great Dane
Famous dogs named Dougal:
A great dane named Dougal played a role in the movie Little Lord Fauntleroy.
A skye terrier named Dougal featured in the television show The Magic Roundabout.
Dougal is found in these categories:
scottish
A common Gaelic name meaning "dark stranger" in Scotland.
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