Doreen
What does Doreen mean and where does it come from?
Doreen is a name of multiple origins, commonly believed to derive from the Irish name 'Dóra', meaning 'sorrowful'. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century. Notable people with this name include Doreen Virtue, a well-known author and speaker in the field of self-hel
What middle names flow best with Doreen?
Doreen works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Doreen right now?
Holding steady — currently #743 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Doreen
Doreen has been a beloved American name for over 124 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1900. A total of 46,382 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1902 in 1900 to #743 in 2023. Doreen is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Doreen in 1956:
Doreen by decade
Doreen peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 50 | |
| 1910s | 286 | |
| 1920s | 1,688 | |
| 1930s | 2,859 | |
| 1940s | 5,461 | |
| 1950s ★ | 16,101 | |
| 1960s | 14,703 | |
| 1970s | 3,353 | |
| 1980s | 949 | |
| 1990s | 443 | |
| 2000s | 243 | |
| 2010s | 234 | |
| 2020s | 12 |
What are good nicknames for Doreen?
What names sound and feel like Doreen?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Doreen also consider these