Doreatha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Doreatha is of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God.' It evolved from the name Dorothea and reflects a tradition of names that convey positive attributes. The name has no direct biblical background but carries a classical significance. It has gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as unique and graceful, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Doreatha is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Doreatha 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, 'Doreatha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2084th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1719th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2397th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6923rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Doreatha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Doreatha"
Pronunciation
/dɔːˈriːθə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Doreatha is derived from the Greek name Dorothea, which means 'gift of God.' It combines the elements 'doron,' meaning 'gift,' and 'theos,' meaning 'God.'
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Dorothea, Doretha, Doretha
Historical Usage
Doreatha gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, influenced by the tradition of using names derived from Biblical or classical roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Dorothea, Dora, Thea
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Doreatha is viewed as a unique and vintage name, often associated with strength and grace.
Famous People
Doreatha Johnson, an influential community leader, Doreatha Smith, a noted author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Doreatha"
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 "Doreatha"
"Doreatha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2084th of 9107 | 304 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1719th of 9204 | 406 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2397th of 12526 | 416 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6923rd of 19264 | 100 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Doreatha" 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 "Doreatha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
50.72% 1200th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
52.27% 1230th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Doreatha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Doreatha" 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.