About Dahmer
The surname Dahmer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "damer," meaning "judge" or "arbiter." It is an occupational surname that likely originated from someone who held a position of authority or was involved in legal matters. The name may have also been given to individuals who exhibited qualities associated with fairness and justice.
The surname Dahmer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dahmer based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Dahmer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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