Dorotea
Pronunciation: [ d-AWR-uhsh-uh ]
Dorotea is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,009 in the US, popular nicknames include Dor, Doy, and Dorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Dorotea first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 37 babies have been named Dorotea in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dorotea is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,009 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,009
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Dorotea
Dorotea is a girl name .
Dorotea is currently ranked #71,009 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorotea include Dor, Doy, Dorie, and Doroie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dorotea include Dorothy, Dorothea . 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)
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