Dolly Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOL-ee / /ˈdɒli/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Gift of God; Hebrew: Diminutive of Dorothy
Historical & Cultural Background
Dolly is often considered a diminutive of the name Dorothy, which has roots in Greek meaning 'gift of God.' The name has been used in various cultures, primarily in English-speaking countries. Historically, it has been more commonly associated with females, but it has seen some use as a male name in recent years. The name evokes a sense of warmth and affection.
Trend Summary
Dolly has seen limited use as a boy's name, with occasional appearances in naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Doll
- Dollie
International Variants
- Doli (Slavic)
Famous people named Dolly
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Fictional characters named Dolly
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dolly was first seen in the United States in 1916. Dolly has ranked as high as #854 nationally, which occurred in 1934, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dolly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dolly
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |