Dorthay
girl nameDorthay entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #4550 in 1930, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#4550
peak (1930)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4864 |
| 1930s | #4550 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorthay are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorthay alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorthay in 2025?
- Dorthay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorthay most popular?
- Dorthay peaked in 1930, reaching #4550 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorthay with classmates?
- Dorthay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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