Doss

Pronunciation: [ d-AWS ]

Doss is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,593 in the US.

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Boy Name #7,593 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Doss is a boy name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced d-AWS.

Parents who love the name Doss often also consider Barnes, Dariun, Ellsworth .

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Historical Record

Doss first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 132 babies have been named Doss in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Doss is past its peak , currently ranked #7,593 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#7,593
Current Rank
Peaked 1950 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#7,593
Total SSA Count
11

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Frequently Asked Questions About Doss

Is Doss a boy or girl name?
Doss is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Doss?
Doss is pronounced d-AWS.
How popular is the name Doss?
Doss is currently ranked #7593 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Doss a common or rare name?
Doss is an uncommon name, ranked #7593 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Doss?
Doss pairs well with Barnes, Dariun, Ellsworth, Stevan in style and sound.

About the Name Doss

Doss is a boy name .

Doss is currently ranked #7,593 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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