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Dewar
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  • Used in: 3 countries

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

From Scottish Gaelic deòradh (“pilgrim, stranger”), an occupational surname for a custodian of holy relics. It could also be an habitational surname, from Dewar, Scottish Borders. The flask is named for James Dewar, who is credited with its invention.

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United Kingdom Dewar Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #356

Popularity Over Time (Scotland)

NRS Most Common Surnames 2024 ↗ / NRS Scotland (chart data) ↗

United States Dewar Listen Favorite Share Copy

Rank #10900
Frequency 2,680 people (0.99 per 100k)
Ethnic Distribution
White 81.08% Hispanic 2.76% Black 13.25% Two+ 1.64%
U.S. Census Bureau Surnames ↗

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