Dorothea Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationdor-oh-THEE-uh / /ˌdɔːrəˈθiːə/

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: gift of God; Latin: God-given

Historical & Cultural Background

Dorothea is derived from the Greek name 'Dorotheos', which means 'gift of God'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Christian contexts, due to its religious significance. The name has been borne by several saints, contributing to its popularity in medieval Europe. In modern times, it has seen varied usage across different regions.

Trend Summary

Dorothea has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable resurgence in recent years.

Similar Names

DorothyDorianDonovanDorianneDorettaDore

Variants

  • Dora
  • Dori

International Variants

  • Dorotea (Spanish)
  • Doroteya (Bulgarian)
  • Dorottya (Hungarian)

Famous people named Dorothea

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Fictional characters named Dorothea

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Sibling Suggestions

TheodoreMatildaCeciliaJulianaSebastianIsadora

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dorothea was first seen in the United States in 1956. Dorothea has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dorothea has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Dorothea

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19566