Dorse
boy nameDorse entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1933 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1933
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3132 |
| 1920s | #2731 |
| 1930s | #2777 |
| 1940s | #3176 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorse are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorse alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorse in 2025?
- Dorse is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dorse most popular?
- Dorse peaked in 1929, reaching #1933 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dorse with classmates?
- Dorse will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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