US Popularity:880
Origin:Greek
Meaning:gift of God
Dorothy is a girl's name of Greek origin, meaning "gift of God." A popular choice in Britain since the 16th century, it has inspired many sweet nicknames, including Dot, Dolly, and Dotty. In the fantasy musical The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy was the lead character who was swept away from her Kansas home to a magical land. She was brought to life on the silver screen by actress Judy Garland in 1939. If you want to celebrate your faith or revive a charming classic, Dorothy is a sweet name for your little one.
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Famous People Named Dorothy

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Common Nicknames for Dorothy

What’s not to like about the name Dorothy? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Dorothy

How Popular Is The Name Dorothy?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Dorothy is currently #754 on The Bump
Girl:Dorothy is currently #553 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Dorothy is currently #880 in U.S. births
Girl:Dorothy is currently #431 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
#431
in 2024
+ 36
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data

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