Dorthula
Dorthula is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,015 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
Dorthula first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6 babies have been named Dorthula in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dorthula is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,015 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,015
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Dorthula
Dorthula is a girl name .
Dorthula is currently ranked #38,015 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dorthula include Dor, Doy, Dorie, and Dortie. 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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