Dottye
girl nameDottye entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #4673 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#4673
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5070 |
| 1950s | #5339 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dottye are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dottye alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dottye in 2025?
- Dottye is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dottye most popular?
- Dottye peaked in 1949, reaching #4673 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dottye with classmates?
- Dottye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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