About Dowis
The surname Dowis is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Dubhghaill," meaning "son of the dark stranger." It is believed to have originated from a clan or family associated with a dark-haired or dark-skinned individual who was a stranger or an outsider. The name Dowis has variations such as Dowse, Douse, and Dows, and is relatively rare.
The surname Dowis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dowis 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 Dowis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Dowis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.