Dublin

Dublin is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to the Middle Ages. The surname is of locational origin, derived from the city of Dublin in Ireland. It is believed that individuals with the surname Dublin may have had ancestors who migrated from Dublin to various parts of the United Kingdom.

The name Dublin is recorded in varying spellings including Dublyn, Dubline, Dubling, and Dibling. The name's association with the Irish capital city suggests a strong link to Irish ancestry.

Individuals bearing the surname Dublin have been documented in historical records, holding various occupations and roles within British society. The distribution of the surname Dublin across the United Kingdom indicates its presence in different regions.

Over time, the surname Dublin may have undergone changes in spelling and pronunciation, adding to the diversity of the family branches associated with this name. The study of genealogy and family history can provide further insights into the origins and spread of the Dublin surname in British society.

There are approximately 405 people named Dublin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Dublin.

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

  • Ashton
  • Brendan
  • Daniel
  • Dion
  • Edmund
  • Edward
  • Gary
  • James
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Wayne

Female

  • Angela
  • Carmen
  • Cheryl
  • Claire
  • Daphne
  • Dawn
  • Esther
  • Germaine
  • Joy
  • Louise
  • Michelle
  • Molly
  • Samantha
  • Stephanie

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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