Doris
Doris is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Gift or Dorian woman.
Origin and history
Doris is derived from the ancient Greek name meaning gift or referring to a Dorian woman. While predominantly used as a feminine name, it was historically given to males in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Contemporary masculine usage in the U.S. is extremely rare.
Popularity in the United States
3,241 babies in the United States have been named Doris since 1880. It ranks #2257 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.9 %)
- KY (14.3 %)
- LA (11.9 %)
- TN (10.7 %)
- GA (7.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 21 |
| 1900-1910 | 67 |
| 1910-1920 | 398 |
| 1920-1930 | 942 |
| 1930-1940 | 969 |
| 1940-1950 | 440 |
| 1950-1960 | 211 |
| 1960-1970 | 121 |
| 1970-1980 | 42 |
| 1980-1990 | 30 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Doris
- Doris Miller: Navy Sailor, War Hero
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, Doris was a sea nymph representing the bounty of the sea.
- The name reached its peak for American males around the turn of the 20th century before declining sharply.