Dorcas
Dorcas: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɔːkəs/ · /ˈdɔɹkəs/
Meaning and origin of Dorcas
- A female given name from Ancient Greek of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Δορκάς (Dorkás, “gazelle”), translation of Tabitha in the Bible.
How popular is Dorcas?
Since 1880, 7,268 girls in the U.S. have been named Dorcas. Its highest rank for girls was #522 in 1880. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Dorcas FAQ
What does the name Dorcas mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek of biblical origin. From Ancient Greek Δορκάς (Dorkás, “gazelle”), translation of Tabitha in the Bible.
What is the origin of the name Dorcas?
Dorcas is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Dorcas?
Since 1880, 7,268 girls in the U.S. have been named Dorcas. Its highest rank for girls was #522 in 1880. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Dorcas a boy or girl name?
Dorcas is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,268 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.