The name Dorie is of Greek origin and its meaning is "gift of God". It is a variation of the Greek name Dorothy, which is derived from the Greek words "doron" meaning "gift" and "theos" meaning "God". The name has been used in various forms throughout history, but it was popularized in English-speaking countries by the character Dorothy in L. Frank Baum's classic novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", published in 1900. Today, Dorie is a unique and charming name that continues to be chosen by parents for their daughters. Despite its Greek origins, it has been embraced by many cultures around the world and can be found among people of various backgrounds.
The name Dorie has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years in the United States. In 1942, there were 12 babies named Dorie, making it a common choice for that year. The following year, the number of babies named Dorie decreased slightly to 9 births. This downward trend continued in 1944 with only 5 babies being given the name Dorie.
However, the popularity of the name did not disappear entirely as there were still 5 babies named Dorie in both 1947 and 1951. This shows that while the name may have been less popular during these years compared to its peak in 1942, it remained a consistent choice for parents.
In total, over these five years (1942-1951), there were 36 babies named Dorie in the United States. While this number is not extremely high, it indicates that the name Dorie was present and recognizable during this time period.