Doris vs Lois

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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Popularity Comparison

Doris Rank #2,193
Lois Rank #1,692

Lois is more popular, ranked #1692 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

Lois ___

  • Lois Marie
  • Lois Anne
  • Lois Jean
  • Lois Ellen
  • Lois Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

If you choose Lois

Clark Nora Helen Dorothy Rex

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Lois more popular?

Lois is more popular, ranked #1692 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Doris and Lois mean?

Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin). Lois means "superior, more desirable" (Greek origin).

Are Doris and Lois boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a girl name. Lois is primarily a girl name.

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