Holding steady.
Popularity of Dorena since 1913
Babies named Dorena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 24 |
| 1920s | 45 |
| 1930s | 52 |
| 1940s | 89 |
| 1950s | 122 |
| 1960s | 194 |
| 1970s | 123 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dorena first appeared in U.S. records in 1913, though it never reached widespread popularity. Its peak year was 1966, when it saw its highest recorded usage. Since then, its trajectory has remained stable, with occasional births but no resurgence. While no top states are associated with the name, it aligns with the phonetic trends of the 1960s, featuring the feminine '-ena' ending. Dorena is a rare choice, offering a distinctive alternative to more common variants like Doreen.
Dorena appears to be a modern variant of the name Doreen, which emerged in the 19th century from Dorothea or Dorothy. Doreen itself may also have been influenced by the Irish name Dóirín. Dorena likely arose as a creative respelling, gaining modest use in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dory, Rena, Dee
Sibling names for Dorena
Names that share Dorena's style, for a brother or sister.
