About Dums
The surname Dums is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "dum," meaning "dumb" or "mute." It was likely used as a nickname for someone who was either speechless or had difficulty speaking. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname Dums may have had ancestors who were known for their silence or speech impairment.
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The surname Dums is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dums 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 Dums is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Dums in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Dums using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.