Description:
Doralec is a French surname. It is derived from the given name Doralice, which is itself derived from the Latin word dorare, meaning 'to cherish.' The surname may be derived from any of the following places: Doralice in Provence, Doralec in Burgundy, Doralec in the Basque Country, or Doralec in Catalonia. The surname may also be spelled Doralec or Doralech. The earliest record of the surname dates back to the year 1051, when it was mentioned in the record of the Abbey of Saint-Gilles-du-Gard. The surname may also be found in the United States, where it is most prevalent in Louisiana. There are also a few families in other states, such as Texas, Florida, and New York. The surname may be pronounced DOR-a-lek, DOR-a-lay, DOR-a-lek, or DOR-a-lay.
