DORE

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Dore

Dore is a surname of English origin, deriving from various locational sources. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English word "dor," which means gate or entrance. Consequently, the toponymic surname "Dore" may have denoted a person who lived near a gate or entrance.

The surname Dore is commonly found in regions with Anglo-Saxon influence, particularly in the southern counties of England. Variants of the name include "Dorr" and "Door."

Notable individuals bearing the surname Dore include literary figures, artists, and prominent professionals. The surname has also spread to various parts of the world due to global migration patterns.

Today, the surname Dore continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its historical origins and contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 2,900 people named Dore in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,074th most common surname in Britain. Around 45 in a million people in Britain are named Dore.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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
Anthony
Christopher
James
John
Michael
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen

Female

Alison
Amanda
Caroline
Catherine
Elizabeth
Helen
Janet
Julie
Karen
Margaret
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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