Dorothia
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Dorothia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 26 babies have been named Dorothia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dorothia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,078 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,078
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Dorothia
Dorothia is a girl name .
Dorothia is currently ranked #70,078 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorothia include Dor, Doy, Dorie, and Doroie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dorothia 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis