Type Surname (from given name)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈdɑbz/(American English) /ˈdɒbz/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Derived from the medieval given name Dobbe, a diminutive of Robert.

Related Names

Other Languages & CulturesRobertsen(Danish) Robert, Robin(French) Róbertsson(Icelandic) Berti(Italian) Robertsson(Swedish) Probert(Welsh)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024