Duplin

Meaning

Dweller in or near a place called Duplin, or derived from a French topographic or occupational term.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Old French 'du' (of the) combined with 'plin' or a similar element, though the exact etymology remains uncertain. The name may also relate to a specific French locality.

About the Duplin Surname

An obscure French-origin surname with limited historical documentation. The name is most notably associated with Duplin County, North Carolina, suggesting colonial settlement origins.

Distribution

Rare surname found primarily in North Carolina (Duplin County named after the family) and scattered French-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation; primarily associated with colonial North Carolina families

People with the Duplin Surname