There are
3465
Doctors in the USA
Doctor is the
9384th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Doctor

Dr.Hippocrates

Ancient Greek physician known as the father of medicine. Famous for establishing the ethical principles of medical practice, including the Hippocratic Oath.

Dr.Elizabeth

First woman to receive a medical degree in the United States. Pioneered the movement for women in medicine and founded the New York Infirmary for Indigent Women and Children.

Dr.Sigmund

Austrian neurologist and the founder of psychoanalysis. Known for his theories on the unconscious mind, dream analysis, and the id, ego, and superego.

Dr.Jonas

American medical researcher and virologist who developed the first successful polio vaccine. His work significantly contributed to the eradication of polio in many parts of the world.

Dr.Marie

Polish-born physicist and chemist who conducted pioneering research on radioactivity. The first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields.

Doctor Genealogy

OriginsThe origin of the surname 'Doctor' is derived from the Middle English word 'doctour,' which comes from the Latin word 'doctor' meaning 'teacher' or 'scholar.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Doctor' is found across various regions of the world including England, India, Philippines, and the United States among others.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Doctor' include 'Docter,' 'Doktor,' 'Doktorov,' and 'Dockter' among others.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration patterns related to the surname 'Doctor' have occurred throughout history. People with this surname have migrated and immigrated to different countries during various periods for reasons such as pursuing educational opportunities, practicing medicine, and seeking better living conditions.