Dorothy vs Mavis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mavis

Girl #566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush, songbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
532
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mave, Mavie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Dorothy Rank #431
Mavis Rank #566

Dorothy is more popular, ranked #431 vs #566 for Mavis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dorothy ___

  • Dorothy Jane
  • Dorothy Rose
  • Dorothy Mae
  • Dorothy Grace
  • Dorothy Louise
  • Dorothy Ann

Mavis ___

  • Mavis June
  • Mavis Pearl
  • Mavis Rose
  • Mavis Grace
  • Mavis Irene
  • Mavis Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dorothy

Eleanor Hazel Mabel Walter Clarence

If you choose Mavis

Hattie Clive Olive Clarence Blythe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dorothy or Mavis more popular?

Dorothy is more popular, ranked #431 compared to Mavis at #566 in the United States.

What do Dorothy and Mavis mean?

Dorothy means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Mavis means "song thrush, songbird" (Old French origin).

Are Dorothy and Mavis boy or girl names?

Dorothy is primarily a girl name. Mavis is primarily a girl name.

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