Doran Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOH-ran / /ˈdɔːrən/Irish; Hebrew
Meaning
Irish: 'stranger'; Hebrew: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Doran has Irish roots, where it is often associated with the meaning of 'stranger' or 'exile'. In Hebrew, it conveys the idea of a 'gift', which adds a layer of positive connotation. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of meanings and significance. It is relatively uncommon, giving it a unique charm among traditional names.
Trend Summary
The name Doran has seen limited use in the United States, maintaining a low but steady presence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dorran
International Variants
- Doran (Irish)
- Doran (Hebrew)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Doran was first seen in the United States in 1912. Doran has ranked as high as #1014 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in California, Iowa, Michigan, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Doran has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Doran (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 23 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 35 |
| 1932 | 25 |
| 1933 | 20 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 17 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 25 |
| 1943 | 15 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 27 |
| 1946 | 41 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 28 |
| 1950 | 39 |
| 1951 | 34 |
| 1952 | 41 |
| 1953 | 39 |
| 1954 | 50 |
| 1955 | 49 |
| 1956 | 45 |
| 1957 | 36 |
| 1958 | 39 |
| 1959 | 38 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 45 |
| 1962 | 41 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 45 |
| 1965 | 44 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 39 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 28 |
| 1970 | 36 |
| 1971 | 43 |
| 1972 | 28 |
| 1973 | 31 |
| 1974 | 28 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 17 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 27 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 26 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 9 |