Dorin
Pronunciation: [ d-AWR-ihn ]
Dorin is a boy baby name. Ranked #42,598 in the US, popular nicknames include Dor, Doy, and Dorie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Dorin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 134 babies have been named Dorin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dorin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,598 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,598
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Dorin is also used as a girl name, ranked #64211.
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About the Name Dorin
Dorin is a boy name .
Is Dorin a boy or girl name? Dorin is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #42,598 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #64,211. Dorin is more commonly used as a boy name.
Dorin is currently ranked #42,598 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorin include Dor, Doy, and Dorie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dorin 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