About Dohn
The surname Dohn is of German origin and is derived from the personal name "Dodo," which was a short form of various Germanic compound names beginning with "dod," meaning "dear" or "beloved." The name Dohn was likely originally a nickname given to someone who was dear or beloved, and it eventually became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Dohn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dohn 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 Dohn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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