DOOK
Dook
The surname Dook has its origins in the British Isles, particularly Scotland. The name is of Old Norse and Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Doke," and its meaning can be traced back to a term for a person of Germanic descent. Over time, the name evolved into its present form, Dook.
Individuals bearing the surname Dook can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various former British colonies. The name has likely spread through migration and colonial expansion, resulting in a diaspora of Dooks worldwide.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation have arisen over the years. These include Dooke, Douk, and Doak, among others. Family histories and genealogical records often reveal fascinating stories and connections that shed light on the heritage and origins of those with the surname Dook.
There are approximately 113 people named Dook in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dook.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Arthur
- Farley
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Matthew
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Angela
- Christine
- Emily
- Jessica
- Josephine
- Lucy
- Patricia
- Susan
- Victoria
- Wendy