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Dorothy vs Doreen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doreen

Girl #5,923 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,923
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Dorothy Rank #431
Doreen Rank #5,923

Dorothy is more popular, ranked #431 vs #5923 for Doreen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorothy or Doreen more popular?

Dorothy is more popular, ranked #431 compared to Doreen at #5923 in the United States.

What do Dorothy and Doreen mean?

Dorothy means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Doreen means "gift of God" (Greek via Irish origin).

Are Dorothy and Doreen boy or girl names?

Dorothy is primarily a girl name. Doreen is primarily a girl name.

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