Dorsey
girl nameDorsey entered the US charts in 1905, peaked at #1502 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1905–2025
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rank today
#1502
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1931 |
| 1910s | #2330 |
| 1920s | #2347 |
| 1930s | #2627 |
| 1940s | #2863 |
| 1950s | #3501 |
| 1960s | #4150 |
| 1970s | #7410 |
| 1980s | #9584 |
| 1990s | #11900 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Dorsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dorsey alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorsey in 2025?
- Dorsey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorsey most popular?
- Dorsey peaked in 1931, reaching #1502 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorsey with classmates?
- Dorsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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