Dorena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dorena is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'gift'. It evolved from historical forms like Dora and Theodora. The name embodies traits of beauty and grace, with no specific biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently seen as unique and elegant.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dorena"
Pronunciation
/dəˈriːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Dorena is derived from the Greek name 'Dora', which is a diminutive of Theodora or Isadora, meaning 'gift' or 'gift of God'.
Meaning
gift
Language Evolution
Dora, Theodora, Isadora, Dorena
Historical Usage
Dorena gained popularity in the 20th century as a feminine given name, often associated with a sense of beauty and grace.
Variants & Derivatives
Dora, Doreen, Doria
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dorena is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dorena Williamson, an author known for her children's books., Dorena H. R. E. Latham, a notable figure in the arts.
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Girl Name Trend
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✨ Dorena Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1966
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Oregon
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dorena"
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 "Dorena"
"Dorena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4650th of 9107 | 64 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3688th of 9204 | 112 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3294th of 12526 | 247 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4126th of 19264 | 232 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Dorena" 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 "Dorena" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
72.68% 2939th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dorena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dorena" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Dorena" in the United States
The name Dorena is most popular in Oregon, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Dorena has been stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dorena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4650th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3688th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3294th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4126th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14555th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Dorena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.