About Dortman
The surname Dortman is of Dutch origin and is derived from the occupational name "Dortman" or "Dortmans," meaning "doorkeeper" or "gatekeeper." It is derived from the Middle Dutch word "dort," which means "door" or "gate," and "man," which means "man" or "person." The surname likely originated as a name for someone who worked as a doorkeeper or gatekeeper, indicating their occupation or role in society.
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The surname Dortman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dortman 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 Dortman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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