About Dobney
The surname Dobney is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Dobba" or "Dobbe," which was a nickname for someone who was plump or rotund. The suffix "-ney" indicates "dweller at" or "from," suggesting that the name referred to someone who lived near a place associated with the personal name Dobba. Over time, the surname Dobney has evolved and become a relatively rare surname.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dobney 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 Dobney is not currently available.
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