Dorotha

“Dorotha is a variant of the name Dorothea, which is derived from the Greek 'Dorothea' (Δωροθέα)” — Associated with several saints

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1144US 2023

1.1kBirths / yr

→Stable

4.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 188500.02% of births at peak

How to pronounce Dorotha

DOO·RAH·THAH

/ˈduː.ˈrɑ.ˈthɑ/ · stress on DOO · 3 syllables

“Dorotha is a variant of the name Dorothea, which is derived from the Greek 'Dorothea' (Δωροθέα)”

Associated with several saints · Greece origin

What does Dorotha mean and where does it come from?

Dorotha is a variant of the name Dorothea, which is derived from the Greek 'Dorothea' (Δωροθέα). It has been used since the early Christian period. The name has historical significance, often associated with several saints. In the United States, it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th c

Cultural significance

Dorotha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #473 in 1916 — currently #1144 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dorotha?

Dorotha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Dorotha Grace

How popular is Dorotha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1144 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1885–2023#1144 · Top 0.84%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1144	1,056	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1149	1,036	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1154	1,006	▲ up 6928 · +20020% births
1970	#8082	5	▼ down 4100 · -55% births
1965	#3982	11	▼ down 869 · -31% births
1960	#3113	16	▼ down 250
1955	#2863	16	▼ down 60 · +14% births
1950	#2803	14	▼ down 1481 · -62% births
1945	#1322	37	▼ down 145 · -5% births
1940	#1177	39	▼ down 376 · -46% births
1935	#801	72	▼ down 187 · -44% births
1930	#614	128	▼ down 96 · -31% births
1925	#518	186	▲ up 34 · +11% births
1920	#552	168	▼ down 72 · +2% births
1915	#480	165	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dorotha

Best Year1915Rank #480

Peak Count1,056

Average Rank#1806

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202318 years

The story of Dorotha

Dorotha has been a beloved American name for over 139 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1885. With 4,788 total births recorded, Dorotha remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Dorotha in 1916:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Dorotha by decade

Dorotha peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	6
1890s	38
1900s	273
1910s	1,263
1920s ★	1,767
1930s	832
1940s	354
1950s	166
1960s	84
1970s	5

💎With 4,788 total births, Dorotha is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Dorotha?

Common

DorDorieDoryOtha

What names sound and feel like Dorotha?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Dorotha also consider these

American · Derived from the

Coretha

American · A variant of

Joretha

American · God is gracious

Noretha

English · honor

Common questions about the name Dorotha

What does the name Dorotha mean?

Dorotha means "Greek" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Dorotha?

Dorotha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Dorotha?

Dorotha originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Dorotha?

Dorotha is a three-syllable name pronounced D UW1 R AA1 T HH AA1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Dorotha?

Dorotha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.