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Doult Family History

Doult Surname Meaning

For someone perceived as a dull or stupid person, the term originates from the past participle of Middle English dullen or dollen.

This historical usage signifies the action 'to dull' or 'make blunt'.

It relates to the process of becoming less sharp, both literally and figuratively.

The evolution of the term reflects a broader linguistic trend in the English language.

Over time, words have adapted and taken on new meanings based on cultural perceptions of intelligence and behavior.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016


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You can see how Doult families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Doult family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Doult families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Doult families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 90% of all the recorded Doult's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Doult families in 1880.
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What did your Doult ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Doult. 80% of Doult women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    80%
  • Incapacitated
    20%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Doult. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Doult census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 88 immigration records available for the last name Doult. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 50 military records available for the last name Doult. For the veterans among your Doult ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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