What does the surname Dimock mean?

The surname Dimock means "One from Dymock or a similar place name.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Dimock surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname Dimock in the United States.

Are there Dimock soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 33 soldiers with the Dimock surname appear in Civil War records.

Dimock

Topographic

Meaning

One from Dymock or a similar place name.

Etymology

Derived from the English place name Dymock in Gloucestershire, composed of Old English elements 'dic' (ditch) and 'moc' (mock/muck). The surname indicates origin from or association with this location.

About the Dimock Surname

An English topographic surname derived from a place name in Gloucestershire. The surname reflects the medieval practice of identifying individuals by their place of origin.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in England and among English-speaking populations in North America.

Dimock Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Dimock Surname

Marshall Dimock

Assistant Secretary of Labor

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century English records
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

33 soldiers with the Dimock surname found in Civil War records.

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