Dorothy

Girl's name

Dorothy is of Greek origin, derived from the name Dorothea, which means "gift of God."

Meaning Gift of God
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 714 Rising
Peak year 1924

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Dorothy Dandridge - Actress, first African-American nominated for Best Actress.
  • Dorothy Parker - Writer, poet, critic, and satirist.
  • Dorothy Hamill - Figure skater, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Dorothy Height - Civil rights activist, women's rights advocate.
  • Dorothy L. Sayers - Crime writer, creator of Lord Peter Wimsey.
  • Dorothy McGuire - Actress, known for roles in classic films.
  • Dorothy Day - Social activist, co-founder of the Catholic Worker Movement.
  • Dorothy Fields - Lyricist, wrote songs for Broadway musicals.
  • Dorothy Gish - Silent film actress, sister of Lillian Gish.
  • Dorothy Provine - Actress, singer, known for "The Roaring Twenties."

Sisters for Dorothy

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Brothers for Dorothy

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Name Variants

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