Dorothy

Dorothy means “Gift of God”.

Origin: GreekRegion: USA, GlobalGender: GirlSyllables: 3

US popularity

#34

all-time rank

1109K

births

declining

Silent era

Names with a similar meaning

Jonathan · Gift of God Jesse · Gift Jessie · God beholds Nathaniel · Gift of God Mattie · Gift of God Mathew · Gift of God Ayaan · Gift of God Prisha · Beloved Vanya · Gracious gift of God Nathan · He (God) has given Mateo · Gift of God Matthew · Gift of God Mathai · Gift of God Ayan · Gift of God Theodore · Gift of God Matteo · Gift of God Vehbi · Gift from God Dorofey · God’s gift

Frequently asked

What does the name Dorothy mean?

Dorothy means "Gift of God", and is of Greek origin.

What is the origin of Dorothy?

Dorothy originates from Greek.

How popular is the name Dorothy?

Dorothy has been given to about 1,108,594 babies in the US and is currently declining, most associated with the Silent generation.

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