Dúghall

Dúghall is a given name of Gaelic origin, meaning "dark stranger" or "dark foreigner." It is traditionally used as a male given name in Scotland and Ireland. The name is derived from the Old Gaelic words "dubh" meaning "dark" and "gall" meaning "stranger" or "foreigner." Historically, it may have referred to people of Norse or other foreign descent who settled in Gaelic lands. The name has seen varying degrees of popularity over the centuries and is still in use today, though it is less common than some other Gaelic names. Variations and anglicized forms of Dúghall exist, reflecting historical linguistic shifts and cultural interactions. The name's etymology links it to themes of mystery and foreignness, which were significant in the historical context of the British Isles.