Dover
d(o)-ver
US Popularity:26521
Origin:Celtic
Meaning:The waters
Dover is a baby boy name of Celtic origin, meaning “the waters.” Whether you’re dreaming of that majestic waterfall you stumbled upon or found your happy place at your local ravine, the name Dover will add a rush of excitement to your life. You will most likely recognize Dover from the English town of Kent and the White Cliffs of Dover, and it is also a last name used for people living near a free-flowing river or natural stream. Today, the name Dover has crossed several shores and can be the perfect choice for your graceful bundle of joy.
How Popular Is The Name Dover?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#12836
in 2022
- 7531
from 1973
Sources
Ancestry, Dover Family History
Surname DB, Last name: Dover
Online Etymology Dictionary, Dover, May 2023
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