DOROTHY
The meaning of the unisex name Dorothy is GIFT OF GOD.
Details on DOROTHY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Gift of god
- Popularity for Girl:
- 871st in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 19,648th in the USA (bottom 35%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
714 births
DOROTHY as a GIRL in 2024
6 births
DOROTHY as a BOY in 1989
The meaning(s) of DOROTHY:
The name Dorothy is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Dorothy is: God's gift.
The name Dorothy is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Dorothy is: God's gift.
The name Dorothy is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Dorothy is: Gift of God. A vision. Famous bearer: St Dorothea was martyred at the beginning of the 4th century.
The name Dorothy is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Dorothy is: Gift of God. Aand the most common form of the name in English- speaking countries. Famous bearer: the young heroine of 'The Wizard of Oz', played by Judy Garland in the film.
USA SSA birth(s) for DOROTHY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DOROTHY
DOROTHY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 714 births |
| 2023 | 664 births |
| 2022 | 645 births |
| 2021 | 649 births |
| 2020 | 563 births |
| 2019 | 546 births |
| 2018 | 529 births |
| 2017 | 498 births |
| 2016 | 452 births |
| 2015 | 397 births |
| 2014 | 384 births |
| 2013 | 335 births |
| 2012 | 277 births |
| 2011 | 278 births |
| 2010 | 242 births |
| 2009 | 226 births |
DOROTHY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 6 births |
| 1985 | 5 births |
| 1983 | 6 births |
| 1981 | 5 births |
| 1975 | 5 births |
| 1973 | 7 births |
| 1972 | 7 births |
| 1970 | 5 births |
| 1969 | 12 births |
| 1968 | 11 births |
| 1967 | 12 births |
| 1966 | 12 births |
| 1965 | 13 births |
| 1964 | 12 births |
| 1963 | 10 births |
| 1962 | 16 births |
About the name DOROTHY
Dorothy, a name steeped in history and charm, originates from the Greek name "Dorothea," meaning "gift of God." This timeless name evokes warmth and nurturing, embodying the essence of kindness and strength. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, Dorothy has danced through the ages, gracing literary works and cultural references, most notably in L. Frank Baum's "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," where Dorothy Gale’s journey symbolizes courage and self-discovery. The name carries a sense of nostalgia and resilience, often associated with the innocence of childhood and the beauty of adventure. Beyond its Western roots, variations of Dorothy can be found in many cultures, such as Dorottya in Hungary and Dorothee in France, connecting diverse geographies with a shared appreciation for this lovely name. Choosing Dorothy for a child invites a legacy of grace and adventure, a reminder of the bright possibilities that await in the world beyond.
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