Dorris
boy nameDorris entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #835 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1897–2025
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rank today
#835
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1032 |
| 1900s | #1291 |
| 1910s | #1146 |
| 1920s | #1021 |
| 1930s | #990 |
| 1940s | #1374 |
| 1950s | #2409 |
| 1960s | #3338 |
| 1970s | #4718 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Dorris are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dorris alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorris in 2025?
- Dorris is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dorris most popular?
- Dorris peaked in 1937, reaching #835 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dorris with classmates?
- Dorris will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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