Dorthea Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOR-thee-uh / /dɔːrˈθiːə/Greek; German
Meaning
Greek: gift; German: theos (goddess)
Historical & Cultural Background
Dorthea is a variant of the name Dorothea, which has roots in ancient Greek culture. The name gained popularity in various European countries, particularly during the Renaissance. It has been used in literature and religious contexts, often associated with the idea of divine gifts.
Trend Summary
Dorthea has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the 19th century and a resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dorothea
- Dora
International Variants
- Dorotea (Spanish)
- Doroteya (Bulgarian)
- Dorothee (French)
Famous people named Dorthea
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Fictional characters named Dorthea
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dorthea was first seen in the United States in 1882. Dorthea has ranked as high as #815 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, and California. In the past 5 years the name Dorthea has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dorthea (1970)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1884 | 11 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 14 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 23 |
| 1914 | 29 |
| 1915 | 36 |
| 1916 | 33 |
| 1917 | 38 |
| 1918 | 48 |
| 1919 | 44 |
| 1920 | 50 |
| 1921 | 69 |
| 1922 | 49 |
| 1923 | 49 |
| 1924 | 64 |
| 1925 | 39 |
| 1926 | 47 |
| 1927 | 49 |
| 1928 | 37 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 36 |
| 1931 | 22 |
| 1932 | 36 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 23 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 23 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 40 |
| 1951 | 30 |
| 1952 | 26 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 43 |
| 1955 | 33 |
| 1956 | 41 |
| 1957 | 34 |
| 1958 | 37 |
| 1959 | 42 |
| 1960 | 38 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 41 |
| 1963 | 33 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 29 |
| 1966 | 49 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 34 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 12 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |