Dorman Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationDOR-man / /ˈdɔːr.mən/

English; Irish

Meaning

English: servant; Irish: from the fortress

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Dorman has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a surname meaning 'servant' or 'man of the house.' In Irish contexts, it can refer to someone from a fortified place. The name has been used historically in various regions, reflecting a blend of occupational and locational significance.

Similar Names

DawsonDamonDarrenDarwinDevonDustin

Variants

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International Variants

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Famous people named Dorman

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Fictional characters named Dorman

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Sibling Suggestions

DorianDuncanDamianDavisDesmond

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dorman was first seen in the United States in 1908. Dorman has ranked as high as #830 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in Texas, Kentucky, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Dorman has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Dorman (1954)

StateBirthsShare
KY 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19085
191212
191319
191423
191524
191632
191736
191844
191935
192045
192146
192248
192351
192454
192547
192648
192756
192864
192944
193059
193142
193246
193339
193438
193553
193639
193748
193846
193936
194036
194135
194226
194321
194420
194540
194633
194722
194826
194925
195029
195122
195219
195332
195419
195521
195619
195718
195817
195917
196016
196116
19628
19638
196417
19659
196611
196712
19686
196913
19709
19719
19726
19738
19749
19757
197714
19798
19808
19866
19877
19895
20085
20125