Dorthea
Dorthea is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Gift of God.
Origin and history
Dorthea is a variant spelling of Dorothea, derived from Greek roots meaning 'gift of God'. Historically used in the United States during the early 20th century, it has become rare in modern birth records.
Popularity in the United States
2,437 babies in the United States have been named Dorthea since 1880. It ranks #3577 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2084.
States where it is most popular
- PA (17.7 %)
- OH (16.6 %)
- TX (14.1 %)
- IL (11.2 %)
- MO (9.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 16 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 48 |
| 1910-1920 | 286 |
| 1920-1930 | 485 |
| 1930-1940 | 262 |
| 1940-1950 | 184 |
| 1950-1960 | 350 |
| 1960-1970 | 329 |
| 1970-1980 | 179 |
| 1980-1990 | 140 |
| 1990-2000 | 90 |
| 2000-2010 | 30 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 17 |
Nicknames
Dottie, Dot, Thea
Fun facts
- Dorthea is a slightly condensed spelling of Dorothea, sharing identical etymological roots.
- The name enjoyed its peak popularity in the United States during the early decades of the twentieth century.