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Dobos

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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage Hungarian
Pronounced Pron. DO-bosh
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Meaning & History

Derived from Hungarian dob meaning "drum". Originally the name was given to someone who played drums or made them.

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musical instruments, occupations
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Entry updated November 20, 2020

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