The spelling of the word "Douggan" may appear confusing to many. It is pronounced as [dʌɡən], with the first syllable having a short "uh" sound, the second syllable having a hard "g" sound and the last syllable having a soft "ən" sound. The double "g" in the middle of the word indicates a hard "g" sound, and the double "n" at the end of the word represents a nasal "n" sound. Despite its unconventional spelling, "Douggan" is a legitimate surname that can be traced back to Irish and Scottish origins.