Dorine
Dorine is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Gift or gift of God.
Origin and history
Dorine is a feminine name of Greek origin, primarily functioning as a French elaboration of names like Dora or Doris, meaning 'gift' or 'gift of God'. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the early to mid-20th century in the United States but is rarely given to newborns today. The name carries a vintage, classical feel due to its association with traditional European nomenclature.
Popularity in the United States
2,867 babies in the United States have been named Dorine since 1880. It ranks #3310 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (36.4 %)
- CA (18.8 %)
- MI (13.4 %)
- IL (7.1 %)
- PA (7.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 239 |
| 1920-1930 | 496 |
| 1930-1940 | 546 |
| 1940-1950 | 386 |
| 1950-1960 | 525 |
| 1960-1970 | 406 |
| 1970-1980 | 176 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 26 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Dora, Dori, Dorie
Fun facts
- Dorine is the name of the sensible, outspoken maid in Molière's famous 1664 French comedy Tartuffe.
- The name experienced its highest period of usage in the United States during the 1920s through the 1950s.