About Dobb
The surname Dobb is of English origin and is derived from the medieval personal name "Dobbe," which itself is a pet form of the given name Robert. The name Robert comes from the Old Germanic name "Hrodebert," meaning "bright fame." Therefore, the surname Dobb signifies "son of Dobbe" or "descendant of Robert," indicating a familial connection to someone named Dobbe or Robert in the past.
The surname Dobb is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dobb 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 Dobb in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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