Dorcas
girl name#3975 in 2025Dorcas entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #518 in 1880, ranks #3975 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3975
rank today
#518
peak (1880)
36
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #681 |
| 1890s | #845 |
| 1900s | #781 |
| 1910s | #688 |
| 1920s | #663 |
| 1930s | #728 |
| 1940s | #926 |
| 1950s | #1120 |
| 1960s | #1350 |
| 1970s | #2075 |
| 1980s | #2907 |
| 1990s | #3956 |
| 2000s | #5703 |
| 2010s | #5273 |
| 2020s | #4926 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Dorcas has been most popular in TX, OH, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,700 people named Dorcas are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dorcas alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorcas in 2025?
- Dorcas ranks #3975 among US girl names in 2025, with 36 babies given the name.
- When was the name Dorcas most popular?
- Dorcas peaked in 1880, reaching #518 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorcas with classmates?
- Dorcas will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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