Doron Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Doron is a Hebrew name meaning 'gift'. It has evolved from the biblical Hebrew form 'Dor' and retains a modern appeal. The name reflects traits of generosity and kindness. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with it, but it is embraced in contemporary culture.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Doron"
Pronunciation
/dəˈrɒn/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Doron originates from the Hebrew word 'dor', meaning 'generation' or 'age', combined with 'on', which means 'gift'. Therefore, Doron can be interpreted as 'gift of the generation' or 'gift'.
Meaning
gift
Language Evolution
Doron (Modern Hebrew), Dor (Biblical Hebrew)
Historical Usage
The name Doron has been used in various cultures and has gained popularity especially within Hebrew-speaking communities. It has been more commonly adopted in Israel in contemporary times.
Variants & Derivatives
Dori, Doronim
Modern Popularity & Image
Doron is often perceived positively, associated with the idea of generosity and kindness due to its meaning. It is a relatively modern name that has a fresh, youthful image.
Famous People
Doron J. Cohen, an Israeli mathematician, Doron Matalon, an Israeli model
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 27 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Doron"
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 "Doron"
"Doron" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5396th of 7552 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3171st of 10718 | 166 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3755th of 16616 | 221 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6627th of 24088 | 172 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10247th of 23106 | 71 |
Regional Popularity of "Doron" 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) |
- |
49.61% 1728th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
- |
42.98% 2715th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Doron" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Doron"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Doron" 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 "Doron" in the United States
The name Doron is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Doron has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Doron' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5396th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3171st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3755th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6627th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10247th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Doron' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.