Dorla Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dorla is a modern English name derived from the combination of the name Dora, meaning 'gift.' It has evolved from Dora and is seen as a unique name choice, with no biblical relevance. The name symbolizes creativity and individuality, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century.
The name Dorla is most popular in Nebraska, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent 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, Dorla 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, 'Dorla' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6846th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1119th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3447th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10266th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Dorla' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dorla"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔr.lə/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Dorla is believed to be a modern invention, possibly derived from the combination of the name Dora, which means 'gift,' and the suffix '-la.'
Meaning
gift
Language Evolution
Dora, Dorla
Historical Usage
The name Dorla gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice.
Variants & Derivatives
Dora, Dorlene
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dorla is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dorla Smith, a contemporary artist known for her abstract works.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dorla"
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 "Dorla"
"Dorla" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6846th of 9107 | 18 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1119th of 9204 | 800 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3447th of 12526 | 228 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10266th of 19264 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Dorla" 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 "Dorla" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
46.83% 724th/1546 |
72.11% 1122nd/1556 |
61.28% 1442nd/2353 |
79.96% 1237th/1547 |
| 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 "Dorla"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dorla" 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.