About Dorward
The surname Dorward is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Duruuard," which means "door guard" or "guardian of the door." It is believed to have been a occupational name given to someone who was responsible for guarding or controlling access to a door or gate. Over time, the name evolved into Dorward, and individuals with this surname are likely to have had ancestors who held such a position of responsibility.
The surname Dorward is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dorward 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 Dorward in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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