Dorian
Dorian: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɔːɹiən/
Meaning and origin of Dorian
- A male given name from Ancient Greek, famously used by Oscar Wilde in his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray (1891).
- A female given name.
Etymology
From the Latin root of Dōres + -ian. Compare Ancient Greek Δωριεύς (Dōrieús, “of Doris”).
How popular is Dorian?
Since 1880, 4,541 girls and 24,187 boys in the U.S. have been named Dorian (16% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1072 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #398 in 2000. In 2025 it ranked #539 for boys, with 564 babies given the name.
Names similar to Dorian
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Sibling name ideas for Dorian
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Dorian FAQ
What does the name Dorian mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek, famously used by Oscar Wilde in his novel The Picture of Dorian Gray (1891). A female given name. From the Latin root of Dōres + -ian. Compare Ancient Greek Δωριεύς (Dōrieús, “of Doris”).
What is the origin of the name Dorian?
Dorian is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Dorian?
Since 1880, 4,541 girls and 24,187 boys in the U.S. have been named Dorian (16% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1072 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #398 in 2000. In 2025 it ranked #539 for boys, with 564 babies given the name.
Is Dorian a boy or girl name?
Dorian is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (4,541 girls and 24,187 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.