Doris vs Florence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,193
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dorie, Dory

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Florence

Girl #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"flourishing, prosperous"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
711
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Flo, Flossie, Florie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Doris Rank #2,193
Florence Rank #435

Florence is more popular, ranked #435 vs #2193 for Doris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Doris ___

  • Doris Jean
  • Doris Mae
  • Doris Louise
  • Doris Ann
  • Doris Ruth
  • Doris Marie

Florence ___

  • Florence Grace
  • Florence Rose
  • Florence Mae
  • Florence Elizabeth
  • Florence Jean
  • Florence Alice

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

If you choose Florence

Beatrice Cecily Harriet Percy Rupert

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Florence more popular?

Florence is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Doris and Florence mean?

Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin). Florence means "flourishing, prosperous" (Latin origin).

Are Doris and Florence boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a girl name. Florence is primarily a girl name.

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