Dorothy vs John
Dorothy
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gift of God
Peak: 1923 (3.12%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Dorothy | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.11% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 0.23% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.78% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 1.74% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 2.95% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 2.61% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 1.26% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.54% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.24% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.10% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.05% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.03% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.02% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Dorothy or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Dorothy peaked in 1923 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Dorothy and John mean?
Dorothy means "Gift of God" while John means "God is gracious".