Dorcy Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationDOR-see / /ˈdɔːr.si/

French; English

Meaning

French: of the sea; English: derived from the surname

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Dorcy has French origins, often associated with the word 'doré', meaning golden. It is also linked to the English surname, which may have been derived from a place name. The name is relatively uncommon and has not been widely used in historical texts or literature. Its usage may reflect a modern trend towards unique and less traditional names.

Trend Summary

The name Dorcy has seen limited popularity in the United States.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Dorsey

International Variants

  • Dorcey (English)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dorcy was first seen in the United States in 1926. Dorcy has ranked as high as #892 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dorcy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Dorcy

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19266