Dolman

The surname Dolman is of English origin and has its roots in the Old English word "dol" which means valley. The name could have been used to describe someone who resided near a valley or was associated with a geographical feature shaped like a valley.

The Dolman surname is not an exceedingly common one in the United Kingdom, but it is found throughout the country. Variants of the surname include Dolmann, Doleman, and Dolmen.

Individuals with the surname Dolman have been known to have diverse occupations and pursuits, ranging from agricultural to academic, and have made contributions to various fields such as business, art, and politics.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Dolman include James Dolman, a renowned artist from the 19th century whose landscapes captured the essence of pastoral England.

Overall, the surname Dolman is a distinguished part of British nomenclature, embodying a connection to the English landscape and cultural heritage.

There are approximately 3,057 people named Dolman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,945th most common surname in Britain. Around 47 in a million people in Britain are named Dolman.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Ann
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Joyce
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sally
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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