Doretha
Doretha is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,744 in the US, popular nicknames include Dor, Doy, and Dorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Doretha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 3,601 babies have been named Doretha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Doretha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,744 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,744
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Doretha
Doretha is a girl name .
Doretha is currently ranked #70,744 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Doretha include Dor, Doy, Dorie, and Doreie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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