Dory
Dory: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Dory
- A diminutive of the female given names Dorothy and Doris.
How popular is Dory?
Since 1880, 968 girls and 124 boys in the U.S. have been named Dory (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2045 in 1964. Its highest rank for boys was #2569 in 1972. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Dory
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Dory FAQ
What does the name Dory mean?
A diminutive of the female given names Dorothy and Doris.
How popular is the name Dory?
Since 1880, 968 girls and 124 boys in the U.S. have been named Dory (89% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2045 in 1964. Its highest rank for boys was #2569 in 1972. In 2025, 7 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Dory a boy or girl name?
Dory is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (968 girls and 124 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.