Dorothey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dorothey originates from Greek, meaning 'gift of God'. It evolved from Dorothea and has taken various forms over time. The name is often associated with traits of kindness and warmth. It does not have a specific biblical relevance. In modern times, it is perceived as vintage and charming and has been popularized by notable figures.
The name Dorothey is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Dorothey has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dorothey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1602nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1527th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3671st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Dorothey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dorothey"
Pronunciation
/ˌdɔːrəˈθiː/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Dorothey 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, Dorothey, Dorotty, Dorothy
Historical Usage
Dorothey gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, due to its association with the name Dorothy, which was common in literature and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Dorothea, Dorothy, Dottie, Doro
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dorothey and its variants are viewed as vintage and charming, often associated with kindness and warmth.
Famous People
Dorothea Dix, an American advocate for the mentally ill, Dorothey Schneider, a notable figure in contemporary art
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dorothey"
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 "Dorothey"
"Dorothey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1602nd of 9107 | 446 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1527th of 9204 | 485 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3671st of 12526 | 206 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Dorothey" 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 "Dorothey" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
94.89% 2245th/2366 |
92.64% 1058th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
76.97% 1811th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/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 "Dorothey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dorothey" 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.