About Daunt
The surname Daunt is of English and Irish origin. It is derived from the Old French word "da(u)nt," meaning "to tame" or "to subdue." As a surname, Daunt likely originated as a nickname for someone who was brave, fearless, or daring. It may have also been given to someone who had a commanding or authoritative presence. Overall, the surname Daunt suggests a person who possesses strength, courage, and the ability to overcome challenges.
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The surname Daunt is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Daunt based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Daunt is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Daunt in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Daunt using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.