About Dorse
The surname Dorse is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "dors," meaning "door." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a doorkeeper or gatekeeper. The name may have also been used to describe someone who lived near a prominent door or gate. Over time, the spelling of the surname may have evolved, resulting in variations such as Dorse, Dorsey, or Dors.
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The surname Dorse is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dorse 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 Dorse is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Dorse in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Dorse using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.