Holding steady.
Popularity of Dorrie since 1917
Babies named Dorrie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 76 |
| 1950s | 297 |
| 1960s | 297 |
| 1970s | 145 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dorrie is a diminutive of Dorothy, which has Greek origins meaning 'gift of God'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, and while it never reached the top 1000, its peak year came in 1959, when it saw its highest usage. In recent decades, Dorrie has remained stable in rarity, reflecting a pattern of once-popular nickname names fading as standalone given names. Though it lacks well-known famous bearers in modern pop culture, its connection to Dorothy gives it a classic, friendly feel.
Dorrie is a pet form of Dorothy, which itself comes from the Greek name Dorothea, meaning 'gift of God' (from doron 'gift' and theos 'god'). The name was popular in English-speaking countries throughout the 20th century, often used as a standalone given name in its own right.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dora, Dorie, Dory
Sibling names for Dorrie
Names that share Dorrie's style, for a brother or sister.
