Dorine Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOR-een / /dɔːˈriːn/French; Greek
Meaning
French: gift; Greek: doron (gift)
Historical & Cultural Background
Dorine is a feminine name that has roots in both French and Greek languages. In French, it is often associated with the meaning of 'gift.' The name has been used in literature, notably in Molière's play 'The School for Wives,' where a character named Dorine plays a significant role. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different cultures over time.
Trend Summary
Dorine has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Doreen
- Dori
International Variants
- Doreen (English)
- Dorina (Italian)
- Doreena (Irish)
Famous people named Dorine
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Fictional characters named Dorine
Dorine is a character in Molière's play 'The School for Wives' who serves as a clever maid.
Dorine appears in the novel 'The Invention of Morel' by Adolfo Bioy Casares.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dorine was first seen in the United States in 1909. Dorine has ranked as high as #779 nationally, which occurred in 1932, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Dorine has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dorine (1974)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 42 |
| 1916 | 53 |
| 1917 | 37 |
| 1918 | 31 |
| 1919 | 32 |
| 1920 | 35 |
| 1921 | 39 |
| 1922 | 38 |
| 1923 | 50 |
| 1924 | 50 |
| 1925 | 56 |
| 1926 | 58 |
| 1927 | 56 |
| 1928 | 56 |
| 1929 | 58 |
| 1930 | 65 |
| 1931 | 45 |
| 1932 | 78 |
| 1933 | 55 |
| 1934 | 64 |
| 1935 | 55 |
| 1936 | 58 |
| 1937 | 54 |
| 1938 | 37 |
| 1939 | 35 |
| 1940 | 42 |
| 1941 | 34 |
| 1942 | 35 |
| 1943 | 33 |
| 1944 | 36 |
| 1945 | 30 |
| 1946 | 42 |
| 1947 | 42 |
| 1948 | 48 |
| 1949 | 44 |
| 1950 | 35 |
| 1951 | 48 |
| 1952 | 51 |
| 1953 | 51 |
| 1954 | 40 |
| 1955 | 35 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 58 |
| 1958 | 75 |
| 1959 | 77 |
| 1960 | 55 |
| 1961 | 47 |
| 1962 | 42 |
| 1963 | 67 |
| 1964 | 55 |
| 1965 | 37 |
| 1966 | 28 |
| 1967 | 30 |
| 1968 | 24 |
| 1969 | 21 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 23 |
| 1972 | 23 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |