About Dove
The surname Dove is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be a topographic name for someone who lived near a dove house or a nickname for a gentle and peaceful person, as doves are often associated with these qualities. Additionally, it could be derived from the Old English word "dofa," meaning dove, and used as a metonymic occupational name for a bird catcher or someone who bred and raised doves. Overall, the surname Dove is likely to have originated from various sources related to doves and their symbolism.
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The surname Dove is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dove 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 Dove in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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