About Dorman
The surname Dorman is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "dore" meaning "door" and "man" meaning "servant" or "guardian." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Dorman can be interpreted as "doorkeeper" or "guardian of the door." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who held a position of responsibility in relation to a door, such as a gatekeeper or door warden. Over time, the surname Dorman has evolved and may have been adopted by individuals who were associated with doors or gateways in some way, or it could have been given as an occupational name to someone who worked as a carpenter or a locksmith.
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