Doris Girl
Origin(s)
Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: 'gift'; Latin: 'of the sea'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Doris has roots in ancient Greek mythology, where Doris was a sea nymph and the daughter of the sea god Nereus. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with qualities of beauty and grace, reflecting its mythological origins.
Trend Summary
Doris experienced peak popularity in the early to mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.
Similar Names
Cloris, Noris, Moris, Florence, Carys, Loris, Toris, Boris
Variants
- Dorrie
- Dora
International Variants
- Doris (German)
- Doris (Spanish)
- Doris (French)
Famous people named Doris
Doris Day was an American actress and singer known for her roles in classic films during the 1950s and 1960s.
Doris Lessing was a British novelist and Nobel Prize winner in Literature, recognized for her impactful works on social and political issues.
Doris Kearns Goodwin is an American biographer and historian, acclaimed for her books on American presidents.
Doris Burke is an American sports broadcaster and reporter, known for her work in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Doris
Doris is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Doris the Fish is a character in the movie 'Finding Nemo', who provides comic relief and support to the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Doris was first seen in the United States in 1880. Doris has ranked as high as #18 nationally which occurred in 1928 and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Doris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Doris (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 21 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 9 |
| 1881 | 10 |
| 1882 | 16 |
| 1883 | 21 |
| 1884 | 23 |
| 1885 | 30 |
| 1886 | 28 |
| 1887 | 38 |
| 1888 | 55 |
| 1889 | 60 |
| 1890 | 87 |
| 1891 | 86 |
| 1892 | 134 |
| 1893 | 134 |
| 1894 | 187 |
| 1895 | 198 |
| 1896 | 307 |
| 1897 | 349 |
| 1898 | 429 |
| 1899 | 431 |
| 1900 | 557 |
| 1901 | 530 |
| 1902 | 656 |
| 1903 | 629 |
| 1904 | 736 |
| 1905 | 812 |
| 1906 | 856 |
| 1907 | 1,023 |
| 1908 | 1,155 |
| 1909 | 1,298 |
| 1910 | 1,536 |
| 1911 | 1,812 |
| 1912 | 2,657 |
| 1913 | 3,049 |
| 1914 | 4,429 |
| 1915 | 6,292 |
| 1916 | 7,161 |
| 1917 | 7,819 |
| 1918 | 9,061 |
| 1919 | 9,433 |
| 1920 | 11,892 |
| 1921 | 13,152 |
| 1922 | 13,798 |
| 1923 | 14,610 |
| 1924 | 15,786 |
| 1925 | 16,075 |
| 1926 | 16,295 |
| 1927 | 16,512 |
| 1928 | 16,574 |
| 1929 | 16,498 |
| 1930 | 15,464 |
| 1931 | 13,629 |
| 1932 | 12,910 |
| 1933 | 12,025 |
| 1934 | 11,627 |
| 1935 | 10,604 |
| 1936 | 9,227 |
| 1937 | 8,882 |
| 1938 | 8,602 |
| 1939 | 7,687 |
| 1940 | 7,767 |
| 1941 | 7,081 |
| 1942 | 7,176 |
| 1943 | 7,127 |
| 1944 | 6,324 |
| 1945 | 5,820 |
| 1946 | 5,987 |
| 1947 | 6,029 |
| 1948 | 5,547 |
| 1949 | 5,284 |
| 1950 | 5,053 |
| 1951 | 5,025 |
| 1952 | 4,950 |
| 1953 | 4,900 |
| 1954 | 4,457 |
| 1955 | 4,239 |
| 1956 | 4,099 |
| 1957 | 3,721 |
| 1958 | 3,319 |
| 1959 | 3,134 |
| 1960 | 2,899 |
| 1961 | 2,578 |
| 1962 | 2,379 |
| 1963 | 2,126 |
| 1964 | 1,931 |
| 1965 | 1,625 |
| 1966 | 1,417 |
| 1967 | 1,179 |
| 1968 | 1,021 |
| 1969 | 1,037 |
| 1970 | 863 |
| 1971 | 752 |
| 1972 | 605 |
| 1973 | 477 |
| 1974 | 456 |
| 1975 | 383 |
| 1976 | 352 |
| 1977 | 338 |
| 1978 | 330 |
| 1979 | 286 |
| 1980 | 299 |
| 1981 | 271 |
| 1982 | 271 |
| 1983 | 248 |
| 1984 | 245 |
| 1985 | 264 |
| 1986 | 212 |
| 1987 | 227 |
| 1988 | 225 |
| 1989 | 207 |
| 1990 | 230 |
| 1991 | 214 |
| 1992 | 224 |
| 1993 | 179 |
| 1994 | 170 |
| 1995 | 145 |
| 1996 | 128 |
| 1997 | 118 |
| 1998 | 121 |
| 1999 | 116 |
| 2000 | 105 |
| 2001 | 108 |
| 2002 | 91 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 102 |
| 2005 | 92 |
| 2006 | 90 |
| 2007 | 93 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 81 |
| 2010 | 67 |
| 2011 | 75 |
| 2012 | 102 |
| 2013 | 82 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2015 | 85 |
| 2016 | 118 |
| 2017 | 92 |
| 2018 | 111 |
| 2019 | 118 |
| 2020 | 74 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 86 |
| 2023 | 76 |
| 2024 | 86 |