Dorcy
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,558
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Dorcy
Dorcy is a boy name .
Dorcy is currently ranked #20,558 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorcy include Dor, Doy, Doie, and Dorkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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