Dorothy
Boy NameGreek
Meaning
Gift of God
Origin
Greek
Peak Year
1923
Peak Popularity
3.12%
Popularity Over Time
1880
0.11%
1890
0.23%
1900
0.78%
1910
1.74%
1920
2.95%
1930
2.61%
1940
1.26%
1950
0.54%
1960
0.24%
1970
0.10%
1980
0.05%
1990
0.03%
2000
0.02%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dorothy mean?
Dorothy means "Gift of God" and comes from Greek origin.
When was Dorothy most popular?
Dorothy was most popular in 1923 when 3.12% of babies were given this name.
Is Dorothy a boy or girl name?
Dorothy is primarily used as a boy name.