About Dohrn
The surname Dohrn is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "torn," meaning "thorn." It is a topographic surname given to someone who lived near a thorn bush or thorny area. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone with a prickly or thorny personality.
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The surname Dohrn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dohrn 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 Dohrn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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