Dorothy
/DOR-uh-thee/
Meaning
Gift of God
At a glance
- Origin: American
- Gender: girl
- Syllables: 3
- Popularity: Very common
- Baby-safe: Yes
Cultural notes
Dorothy is a classic name that has been popular for centuries. It gained significant popularity in the early 20th century, notably due to L. Frank Baum's character Dorothy Gale in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz".
Vibes
American
English
girl
unisex