Doss Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOSS / /dɒs/English; Irish
Meaning
English: son of; Irish: descendant of
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Doss is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Douglas or other names beginning with 'D'. In some contexts, it has been used as a surname. The name has roots in both English and Irish cultures, reflecting familial connections. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but has historical significance in certain regions.
Trend Summary
The name Doss has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dos
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Doss was first seen in the United States in 1880. Doss has ranked as high as #872 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Doss has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Doss
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 11 |