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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift of God
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- DOR-uh-thee
Dorothy is a Greek name meaning "gift of God," pronounced DOR-uh-thee. It has a romantic, storybook, vintage feel, giving it a classic, old-fashioned charm rather than a trendy one. If you're drawn to names with a warm, timeless sound and a clear meaning behind them, Dorothy fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Dorothy
Meaning: Gift of God.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Dorothy
DOR-uh-theeIPA /ˈdɔːrəθi/
Popularity of Dorothy
Dorothy soared to #2 in the U.S. in 1920, when 36,643 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled way down to #431, with just 714 girls named Dorothy that year — a long, gradual fade across the SSA's full 1880-2024 record.
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FAQ
What does the name Dorothy mean?
Gift of God. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Dorothy?
Dorothy is pronounced DOR-uh-thee (IPA: /ˈdɔːrəθi/).
Is Dorothy a popular name right now?
Dorothy peaked at #2 in 1920 and is ranked #431 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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