Holding steady.
Popularity of Dorris since 1888
Babies named Dorris per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 | 0 |
| 1890s | 84 | 11 |
| 1900s | 275 | 17 |
| 1910s | 1,196 | 280 |
| 1920s | 2,654 | 472 |
| 1930s | 1,511 | 425 |
| 1940s | 845 | 265 |
| 1950s | 494 | 123 |
| 1960s | 202 | 58 |
| 1970s | 53 | 24 |
| 1980s | 35 | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Dorris is a variant spelling of Doris, a name derived from Greek mythology. The name first appeared in U.S. data in 1888, but its most popular year was 1926, when it ranked at its highest position. The name maintained moderate use through the early 20th century but steadily declined after mid-century. By recent years, it became very rare, with fewer than 5 births per year since the 1990s, reflecting its trajectory as a stable but dated name. Despite its current rarity, Dorris offers a slightly different spelling alternative to the more common Doris.
Dorris is a variant spelling of Doris, a name from Greek mythology. Doris was a sea nymph, one of the Oceanids, and her name may derive from the Greek word 'doron' meaning 'gift' or 'bounty.' The name Doris was used in the English-speaking world in the 19th and early 20th centuries, with the spelling Dorris appearing as a less common variant, perhaps influenced by the English word 'dorr' or other similar names.
Where Dorris is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dorie, Dottie, Dodo
Sibling names for Dorris
Names that share Dorris's style, for a brother or sister.
