Dorey
girl nameDorey entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #5061 in 1970, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
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rank today
#5061
peak (1970)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #6245 |
| 1960s | #6571 |
| 1970s | #5886 |
| 1980s | #9110 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorey are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorey alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorey in 2025?
- Dorey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorey most popular?
- Dorey peaked in 1970, reaching #5061 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorey with classmates?
- Dorey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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