About Dodge
The surname Dodge is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Old English word "docga," which means a dog. It could have been a nickname given to someone who resembled a dog in some way or had dog-like qualities. Alternatively, it could have been a topographical name for someone who lived near a place associated with dogs, such as a hunting ground or a dog kennel. The surname Dodge is relatively common in England and has spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and colonization.
The surname Dodge is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dodge 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 Dodge in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Dodge using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.