Doretta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Doretta has its roots in Greek, meaning 'gift of God', and evolved from the name Dorothea. It has historical forms such as Dorothea and Dorete. The name conveys traits of charm and warmth, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is perceived as unique in modern times.
The name Doretta is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the Northeast 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, Doretta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Doretta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1483rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1374th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1370th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3695th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 22988th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Doretta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Doretta"
Pronunciation
/dəˈrɛtə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Doretta is derived from the Greek name 'Dorothea', which means 'gift of God'. The prefix 'doron' translates to 'gift' and 'theos' means 'God'.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Dorothea, Doretta, Dorete
Historical Usage
Doretta gained popularity in the 19th century as a diminutive of Dorothea, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Dorothea, Dora, Dottie
Modern Popularity & Image
Doretta is considered a vintage name that evokes a sense of charm and warmth. It is not commonly used today, making it feel unique and special.
Famous People
Doretta M. C. J. Marra, Doretta R. S. T. G. P. L. A. S. M. S. C. D. S. K. S. F. R.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Doretta"
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 "Doretta"
"Doretta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1483rd of 9107 | 510 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1374th of 9204 | 577 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1370th of 12526 | 1,087 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3695th of 19264 | 276 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12632nd of 27321 | 60 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 22988th of 30306 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Doretta" 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) |
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Regional Popularity of "Doretta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
80.64% 1112th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
74.45% 1151st/1546 |
85.03% 1323rd/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
57.75% 1286th/2227 |
46.79% 1137th/2430 |
66.11% 1886th/2853 |
52.94% 1469th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Doretta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Doretta" 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.