Dore
Pronunciation: [ d-AWR ]
Dore is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,266 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dore first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 20 babies have been named Dore in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dore is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,266 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,266
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Dore is also used as a girl name, ranked #66821.
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About the Name Dore
Dore is a boy name .
Is Dore a boy or girl name? Dore is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,266 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #66,821. Dore is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dore is currently ranked #39,266 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Dore include Dorian . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis