DUMBRECK
Dumbreck
Dumbreck is a surname of Scottish origin, believed to be derived from a place name in Aberdeenshire. The name is thought to have originated from the Old Scots words "doun" meaning down or hill and "brek" meaning slope. Therefore, Dumbreck may translate to "hill slope" or "sloping hill" in modern English.
The Dumbreck family has a long history, with records dating back centuries in Scotland. The name is primarily found in the Aberdeenshire region, although branches of the family have spread to other parts of Scotland and beyond over the years.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Dumbreck are limited in historical records, but the name has endured through generations as a proud Scottish heritage. Today, individuals with the surname Dumbreck can be found across the United Kingdom and even in other parts of the world due to migration and relocation.
The surname Dumbreck may also exist in variant spellings or forms, reflecting the evolution of language and the influence of regional accents. Family histories and genealogical records can provide further insights into the origins and dispersion of the Dumbreck name.
There are approximately 112 people named Dumbreck in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dumbreck.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Geoffrey
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
Female
- Claire
- Elsie
- Jennifer
- Kerry
- Mary
- Miranda
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Susan
- Suzi