Doak (name)

Doak is a surname of Scottish origin. It is considered a variant of the name Doig, derived from the Gaelic Mac GilleDoig, meaning "son of the servant of Saint Dog." Saint Dog is a relatively obscure early Christian saint.

The name Doak is found primarily in Scotland and Northern Ireland, and has also migrated to other parts of the world, particularly North America and Australia, due to emigration.

Notable people with the surname Doak include:

• Billy Doak (born 1935, died 2024): Former Northern Irish professional football player and manager.
• Harris Doak: A contemporary individual; additional information regarding this person is needed.
• Pitt Doak (1891-1941): An Australian cricketer.