Dorthella
girl nameDorthella entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #3664 in 1925, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#3664
peak (1925)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3817 |
| 1920s | #4306 |
| 1930s | #4331 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorthella are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorthella alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorthella in 2025?
- Dorthella is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dorthella most popular?
- Dorthella peaked in 1925, reaching #3664 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dorthella with classmates?
- Dorthella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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