Doris

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Daughter of the Sea

Background: The name Doris originates from the Greek word 'Doris,' which is associated with the sea. In mythology, Doris was a sea nymph and the daughter of Oceanus, emphasizing the name's connection to maritime themes.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#72
Total births
465,726
Most popular decade
1920s (456,402 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-497 ranks)
Years in Top 100
53
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

0.7% male 99.3% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1892
First year births
5
First year rank
#1,066
Peak year
1930
Peak year births
124
Peak rank
#534
Most recent year
1989
Recent year births
6
Recent rank
#6,940

Female

First year
1880
First year births
9
First year rank
#580
Peak year
1928
Peak year births
16,574
Peak rank
#7
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
86
Recent rank
#2,188

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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