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Donegal / Re: Doel - Alcorn 1846 marriage
« on: Thursday 08 July 10 04:53 BST (UK) »
To those curious about where the last name Doel came from...
http://www.4crests.com/doel-coat-of-arms.html
I dont know if this site is credible, but says Doel originated with the Normans that invaded England in 1066. Im not sure if the Dutch have any connection with the Normans (plead ignorance here), but if they do then maybe it would explain how Doel is present in dutch society.
P.S. I was told by a dutch person that Doel means goal and/or goaltender in dutch. I dont really remember if he meant one or the other or both, which it very well could be been both since language is funny like that.
http://www.4crests.com/doel-coat-of-arms.html
I dont know if this site is credible, but says Doel originated with the Normans that invaded England in 1066. Im not sure if the Dutch have any connection with the Normans (plead ignorance here), but if they do then maybe it would explain how Doel is present in dutch society.
P.S. I was told by a dutch person that Doel means goal and/or goaltender in dutch. I dont really remember if he meant one or the other or both, which it very well could be been both since language is funny like that.