Doris
girl name#2895 in 2025Doris entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #6 in 1929, ranks #2895 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2895
rank today
#6
peak (1929)
58
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #417 |
| 1890s | #189 |
| 1900s | #87 |
| 1910s | #38 |
| 1920s | #9 |
| 1930s | #15 |
| 1940s | #48 |
| 1950s | #102 |
| 1960s | #205 |
| 1970s | #454 |
| 1980s | #725 |
| 1990s | #1156 |
| 2000s | #1997 |
| 2010s | #2062 |
| 2020s | #2406 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Doris has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 136,000 people named Doris are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Doris alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Doris in 2025?
- Doris ranks #2895 among US girl names in 2025, with 58 babies given the name.
- When was the name Doris most popular?
- Doris peaked in 1929, reaching #6 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Doris with classmates?
- Doris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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