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Doreen

/doh-REEN/

girl
American
Common
medium

Meaning

Gift of God; golden

At a glance

  • Origin: American
  • Gender: girl
  • Syllables: 2
  • Popularity: Common
  • Baby-safe: Yes

Cultural notes

A name of Irish origin, Doreen is a diminutive of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'. It was also used as an anglicized form of the Irish name Doireann, meaning 'sullen' or 'tempestuous'. The name gained popularity in the early 20th century.

Vibes

American
English
girl

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