Dorah
girl nameDorah entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #4376 in 1923, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#4376
peak (1923)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4376 |
| 2020s | #10939 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorah are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorah is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorah in 2025?
- Dorah is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorah most popular?
- Dorah peaked in 1923, reaching #4376 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorah with classmates?
- Dorah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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