Dorethia
Dorethia is a girl baby name. Ranked #68,550 in the US, popular nicknames include Dor, Doy, and Dorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dorethia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 62 babies have been named Dorethia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dorethia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,550 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,550
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Dorethia
Dorethia is a girl name .
Dorethia is currently ranked #68,550 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorethia include Dor, Doy, Dorie, and Doreie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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