Dorsey
boy nameDorsey entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #336 in 1894, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#336
peak (1894)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #514 |
| 1890s | #497 |
| 1900s | #550 |
| 1910s | #608 |
| 1920s | #665 |
| 1930s | #698 |
| 1940s | #747 |
| 1950s | #965 |
| 1960s | #1267 |
| 1970s | #1883 |
| 1980s | #2674 |
| 1990s | #5672 |
| 2000s | #7635 |
| 2010s | #11164 |
Living bearers
About 1,900 people named Dorsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dorsey alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 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 boy names.
- When was the name Dorsey most popular?
- Dorsey peaked in 1894, reaching #336 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dorsey with classmates?
- Dorsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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