Lords of Douglas
- William I, Lord of Douglas (b.b.1174–c.1213)
- Archibald I, Lord of Douglas (d.c.1240)
- William Longleg, Lord of Douglas (c.1220–c.1274)
- William 'The Hardy', Lord of Douglas (c.1240–1298) Died captive in the Tower of London
- James 'The Good', Lord of Douglas (c.1290–1330) Killed at the Battle of Teba
- William IV, Lord of Douglas (d.1333) Killed at the Battle of Halidon Hill
- Hugh the Dull, Lord of Douglas (resigned Lordship 1342 d. afterward)
- William, Lord of Douglas (1327–1384) Created first Earl 1358.
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