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Dorian vs Denver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dorian

Boy #539 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#539
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dorian Rank #539
Denver Rank #487

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 vs #539 for Dorian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorian or Denver more popular?

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 compared to Dorian at #539 in the United States.

What do Dorian and Denver mean?

Dorian means "descendant of Dorus, Dorian Greek" (Greek origin). Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin).

Are Dorian and Denver boy or girl names?

Dorian is primarily a boy name. Denver is primarily a boy name.

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