Dorsey Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOR-see / /ˈdɔːrsi/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'from the marsh'; English: 'descendant of Dorsey'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dorsey has Irish origins, derived from the Gaelic 'O'Dorchaidhe', meaning 'descendant of Dorcha'. It is also associated with a place name in England. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often linked to geographic locations.
Trend Summary
The name Dorsey has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dorsey
International Variants
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Famous people named Dorsey
Dorsey Burnette was an American singer-songwriter known for his contributions to rock and roll music in the 1950s.
Dorsey Levens is a former American football player who played in the NFL as a running back.
Dorsey Wright was an American financial analyst known for his work in technical analysis and investment strategies.
Dorsey Shackleford was an American politician who served in the state legislature.
Fictional characters named Dorsey
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dorsey was first seen in the United States in 1880. Dorsey has ranked as high as #680 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Georgia, West Virginia, Virginia, Missouri, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Dorsey has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dorsey (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 14 |
| 1881 | 9 |
| 1882 | 13 |
| 1883 | 15 |
| 1884 | 15 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 12 |
| 1887 | 11 |
| 1888 | 17 |
| 1889 | 25 |
| 1890 | 17 |
| 1891 | 14 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 15 |
| 1894 | 28 |
| 1895 | 16 |
| 1896 | 20 |
| 1897 | 13 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 25 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 17 |
| 1904 | 21 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 19 |
| 1907 | 21 |
| 1908 | 24 |
| 1909 | 20 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 20 |
| 1912 | 51 |
| 1913 | 50 |
| 1914 | 67 |
| 1915 | 94 |
| 1916 | 160 |
| 1917 | 110 |
| 1918 | 106 |
| 1919 | 100 |
| 1920 | 118 |
| 1921 | 100 |
| 1922 | 91 |
| 1923 | 98 |
| 1924 | 92 |
| 1925 | 88 |
| 1926 | 73 |
| 1927 | 90 |
| 1928 | 84 |
| 1929 | 93 |
| 1930 | 89 |
| 1931 | 82 |
| 1932 | 91 |
| 1933 | 69 |
| 1934 | 81 |
| 1935 | 73 |
| 1936 | 68 |
| 1937 | 65 |
| 1938 | 80 |
| 1939 | 62 |
| 1940 | 86 |
| 1941 | 78 |
| 1942 | 82 |
| 1943 | 75 |
| 1944 | 72 |
| 1945 | 66 |
| 1946 | 68 |
| 1947 | 87 |
| 1948 | 73 |
| 1949 | 64 |
| 1950 | 57 |
| 1951 | 82 |
| 1952 | 63 |
| 1953 | 61 |
| 1954 | 78 |
| 1955 | 63 |
| 1956 | 62 |
| 1957 | 41 |
| 1958 | 58 |
| 1959 | 39 |
| 1960 | 60 |
| 1961 | 46 |
| 1962 | 43 |
| 1963 | 44 |
| 1964 | 39 |
| 1965 | 43 |
| 1966 | 46 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 26 |
| 1970 | 35 |
| 1971 | 38 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 29 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 24 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 27 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |