Dorothe
girl nameDorothe entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #1089 in 1922, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
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rank today
#1089
peak (1922)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1809 |
| 1910s | #1572 |
| 1920s | #1760 |
| 1930s | #2846 |
| 1940s | #4040 |
| 1950s | #3423 |
| 1960s | #6121 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorothe are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorothe alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorothe in 2025?
- Dorothe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorothe most popular?
- Dorothe peaked in 1922, reaching #1089 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorothe with classmates?
- Dorothe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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