Dorethy
girl nameDorethy entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2708 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2708
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4436 |
| 1920s | #3722 |
| 1930s | #4216 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorethy are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorethy alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorethy in 2025?
- Dorethy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorethy most popular?
- Dorethy peaked in 1926, reaching #2708 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorethy with classmates?
- Dorethy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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