Dora
girl name#2387 in 2025Dora entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #46 in 1881, ranks #2387 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2387
rank today
#46
peak (1881)
75
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #51 |
| 1890s | #67 |
| 1900s | #87 |
| 1910s | #118 |
| 1920s | #138 |
| 1930s | #162 |
| 1940s | #217 |
| 1950s | #278 |
| 1960s | #346 |
| 1970s | #491 |
| 1980s | #749 |
| 1990s | #1076 |
| 2000s | #1554 |
| 2010s | #2116 |
| 2020s | #2453 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dora has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 35,000 people named Dora are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dora alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dora in 2025?
- Dora ranks #2387 among US girl names in 2025, with 75 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dora most popular?
- Dora peaked in 1881, reaching #46 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dora with classmates?
- Dora will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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