Meaning, origin, history
Dorothea is a classic female given name of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God'. It was popular during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods but has since become less common. The name is often shortened to Doro or Doe in an informal setting.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Dorothea since 1880
Total births
34,214
Total since 1880
Peak year
1920
1,110 births
in 2023
61
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+102%
↗
vs previous 5 years