Dorathy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dorathy is a name of Greek origin that means 'gift of God'. It evolved from 'Dorothea' to 'Dorothy' and then to 'Dorathy'. The name is associated with traits of kindness and generosity. It does not have biblical relevance but gained popularity in English-speaking cultures during the late 19th century. Today, it is considered classic and charming, with variants like Dorothy and Dora.
The name Dorathy is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dorathy has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Dorathy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 955th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1377th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3170th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9044th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Dorathy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dorathy"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔːrəθi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Dorathy is derived from the Greek name 'Dorothea', which means 'gift of God'. The name combines the Greek elements 'doron', meaning 'gift', and 'theos', meaning 'God'.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Dorothea, Dorothy, Dorathy
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly due to the literary works and cultural references associated with it.
Variants & Derivatives
Dorothy, Dora, Dori
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dorathy is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, evoking a sense of nostalgia and tradition. It is less common than its variants but retains a charming appeal.
Famous People
Dorothy Lamour, Dorothy Parker, Dorathy P. K. K. N. K. K. K. K. K. K. K. K. K. K. K. K. K.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dorathy"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dorathy"
"Dorathy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 955th of 9107 | 1,023 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1377th of 9204 | 576 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3170th of 12526 | 263 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9044th of 19264 | 58 |
Regional Popularity of "Dorathy" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dorathy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
53.25% 754th/1416 |
52.79% 728th/1379 |
72.23% 1709th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
82.13% 1278th/1556 |
94.05% 2213th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dorathy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dorathy" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.