Dolene
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dolene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 5 babies have been named Dolene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dolene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,637 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,637
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Dolene
Dolene is a girl name .
Dolene is currently ranked #68,637 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dolene include Dol, Dole, Doley, Doleie, Doy, Doie, and Dolkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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