Dottie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAW-tee / /ˈdɒti/English; diminutive of Dorothy
Meaning
Gift of God (from Dorothy)
Historical & Cultural Background
Dottie is primarily a diminutive of the name Dorothy, which has roots in the Greek name Dorothea. The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has a charming, vintage appeal and is often associated with a playful and friendly demeanor.
Trend Summary
Dottie has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, appealing to those seeking vintage names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dot
- Dottie
International Variants
- Dorotea (Spanish)
- Dorottya (Hungarian)
Famous people named Dottie
Dottie West was an American country music singer known for her hits in the 1960s and 1970s.
Dottie Smith was a notable American artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Dottie
Dottie is a character in the animated film 'Toy Story' who is the daughter of Andy's neighbor.
Dottie Hinson is a character in the film 'A League of Their Own,' portrayed as a talented baseball player.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dottie was first seen in the United States in 1881. Dottie has ranked as high as #675 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in West Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, North Carolina, and California. In the past 5 years the name Dottie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dottie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 15 | |
| UT | 14 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| CO | 7 | |
| ID | 6 | |
| WI | 6 | |
| KS | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| TN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1882 | 10 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1884 | 9 |
| 1885 | 10 |
| 1886 | 12 |
| 1887 | 15 |
| 1888 | 16 |
| 1889 | 10 |
| 1890 | 23 |
| 1891 | 15 |
| 1892 | 16 |
| 1893 | 17 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 29 |
| 1896 | 20 |
| 1897 | 23 |
| 1898 | 24 |
| 1899 | 25 |
| 1900 | 22 |
| 1901 | 19 |
| 1902 | 27 |
| 1903 | 15 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 33 |
| 1906 | 21 |
| 1907 | 15 |
| 1908 | 31 |
| 1909 | 21 |
| 1910 | 16 |
| 1911 | 30 |
| 1912 | 31 |
| 1913 | 26 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 40 |
| 1916 | 53 |
| 1917 | 51 |
| 1918 | 63 |
| 1919 | 69 |
| 1920 | 67 |
| 1921 | 63 |
| 1922 | 81 |
| 1923 | 65 |
| 1924 | 59 |
| 1925 | 65 |
| 1926 | 81 |
| 1927 | 121 |
| 1928 | 102 |
| 1929 | 109 |
| 1930 | 95 |
| 1931 | 92 |
| 1932 | 133 |
| 1933 | 104 |
| 1934 | 127 |
| 1935 | 123 |
| 1936 | 133 |
| 1937 | 136 |
| 1938 | 139 |
| 1939 | 128 |
| 1940 | 198 |
| 1941 | 212 |
| 1942 | 235 |
| 1943 | 278 |
| 1944 | 275 |
| 1945 | 240 |
| 1946 | 245 |
| 1947 | 232 |
| 1948 | 202 |
| 1949 | 148 |
| 1950 | 158 |
| 1951 | 161 |
| 1952 | 170 |
| 1953 | 157 |
| 1954 | 146 |
| 1955 | 150 |
| 1956 | 175 |
| 1957 | 201 |
| 1958 | 215 |
| 1959 | 171 |
| 1960 | 185 |
| 1961 | 188 |
| 1962 | 137 |
| 1963 | 119 |
| 1964 | 131 |
| 1965 | 82 |
| 1966 | 74 |
| 1967 | 78 |
| 1968 | 64 |
| 1969 | 64 |
| 1970 | 71 |
| 1971 | 55 |
| 1972 | 55 |
| 1973 | 55 |
| 1974 | 42 |
| 1975 | 42 |
| 1976 | 41 |
| 1977 | 43 |
| 1978 | 46 |
| 1979 | 44 |
| 1980 | 45 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 59 |
| 2019 | 65 |
| 2020 | 77 |
| 2021 | 95 |
| 2022 | 129 |
| 2023 | 147 |
| 2024 | 158 |