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Dobbins Name Meaning

English: patronymic meaning ‘son of Robin’ (see Dobbin).

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names ©2013, Oxford University Press


Similar surnames: Robbins, Hobbins, Dobkins, Cobbins, Dobbs, Dobbin, Robins, Dopkins

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Dobbins Family Origin

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Dobbins Family Occupations

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  • Laborer

    50%

  • Farmer

    30%

  • Custom'S Deputy

    10%

  • Quarry Man

    10%

In 1881, Laborer, Farmer and Custom'S Deputy were the top 3 reported jobs worked by Dobbins. The most common Dobbins occupation in Canada was Laborer. 50% of Dobbins's were Laborers. A less common occupation for the Dobbins family was Quarry Man.

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Dobbins Historical Records

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Dobbins Life Expectancy

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