Holding steady.
Popularity of Dorathy since 1895
Babies named Dorathy per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 8 |
| 1900s | 74 |
| 1910s | 437 |
| 1920s | 626 |
| 1930s | 318 |
| 1940s | 213 |
| 1950s | 149 |
| 1960s | 85 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dorathy is a variant spelling of Dorothy, a name with Greek origins meaning 'gift of God.' The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1895 and reached its peak popularity in 1918, during the 1910s decade. Since then, its usage has remained stable but low, and it currently does not rank in the top 1000. The spelling Dorathy is less common than the standard Dorothy, though it shares the same etymology and historical roots. The name has been borne by individuals in English-speaking countries, though it has not been widely associated with any famous figures. It carries a vintage charm, evoking the early 20th century.
Dorathy is a variant spelling of Dorothy, which is the English form of the Greek name Dorothea, meaning 'gift of God' (from dōron 'gift' and theos 'god'). The name has been used in England since the 16th century, though the spelling Dorathy has historically been less common. Its peak usage in the U.S. was in 1918.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dora, Dot, Dottie, Dorthy
Sibling names for Dorathy
Names that share Dorathy's style, for a brother or sister.
