DOLEN
Dolen
The surname Dolen is of English and Welsh origin, deriving from the Old English and Old Welsh personal name "Dolfin" or "Dolfyn", which were pet forms of various compound names beginning with "Dol-" from the elements "dol", meaning 'reed', and "-fin" or "-fyn", meaning 'friend' or 'wine'. The name has been recorded in various spellings over the centuries, including Dolfin, Dolan, Dolling, and Dolen.
The Dolen surname is scattered throughout the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and South Wales. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Individuals bearing the surname Dolen have made contributions in various fields such as literature, academia, and politics. The name Dolen continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in British and global genealogy.
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The etymology and history of the Dolen surname reflect the rich tapestry of British nomenclature and the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the region over the centuries.
There are approximately 37 people named Dolen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Dolen.
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