Female and male names starting with the letter "D" .

DOBIE

Masculine

Rare, Scottish-origin given name that means "cupbearer," originating from Old Norse "dróbi" or Gaelic "Dubh.

DOBORAH

Feminine

Rare Hebrew name meaning 'bee', popularized by the wise and courageous biblical judge Deborah.

DOC

Masculine

Doc" is an English given name that originated from the Latin words "docere," meaning 'to teach,' and "tor," meaning 'a doer.' It signified 'teacher' or 'instructor.'

DOCIA

Feminine

Dokia is a unique African name from the Congo region, derived from the Kimbundu language, carrying the profound meaning "God gives life" in its Bantu origins.

DOCIE

Feminine

Rare feminine given name of Hebrew origin, translating to "beloved".

DOCK

Masculine

English origin, possibly derived from Douglas or docks, with varying meanings including "dark," referencing ships, or having nautical connections.

DOCKIE

Masculine

Unusual given name of unknown origin, with no widely recognized meaning or history.

DOCTOR

Masculine

Latin origin meaning 'teacher' or 'instructor', can be a Christian name related to St. Thomas Becket or a hopeful African name for children born on doctor's day.

DODD

Masculine

Uncommon English given name with uncertain origins, potentially meaning 'to die' in Old English, or being a variant of Old Norse names Dodda and Dudda.

DODDIE

Feminine

Uncommon Scottish name derived from the Norman surname 'Dodd', potentially meaning 'strong' or 'steadfast'.

DODGE

Masculine

English given name derived from the Old English 'doege', meaning 'lead' or 'to lead', and also associated with the verb 'dodge'. It has been used as a first name for centuries in England and other English-speaking countries.

DODGER

Masculine

American male given name derived from 'dodge', conveying speed, agility, and cleverness.

DODI

Feminine

Egyptian-origin name meaning 'beloved' or 'cherished' in Arabic, derived from the word 'dawudi', and holds significant cultural importance among Muslims.

DODI

Masculine

Arabic-derived name meaning "captain" or "leader," also signifying "beloved" and associated with King David.

DODIE

Feminine

English name, a shortened version of Dorothy, first used in the mid-20th century.

DODSON

Masculine

Uncommon English surname originating from the Old Norse personal name Þórðr, meaning "thunder god.

DODY

Feminine

Indonesian given name meaning 'fat' or 'chubby', originally used endearingly, now embraced as a unisex standalone name despite its unconventional origin.

DOE

Feminine

The given name Doe is of uncertain English origin, with theories suggesting it may derive from Middle English "do" or German names Dough/Dou, but these are not widely accepted. Despite unclear origins, Doe has been used since the 13th century and saw recent resurgence as a distinctive choice for both boys and girls.

DOEL

Masculine

Rare yet intriguing Spanish given name derived from "duelo," meaning mourning or lamentation, originating among the Basque people in Spain and France.

DOHA

Feminine

Distinctive Arabic name derived from 'dahwa', meaning 'invitation' or 'summons'. It symbolizes hospitality and is popular in the Middle East.

DOHA

Masculine

Arabic feminine given name derived from "dahwa," meaning "invitation" or "summons," referring to the call for prayer in Islamic culture. Traditionally given to daughters of prominent families, Doha has expanded in popularity due to its elegant sound and profound meaning.

DOHN

Masculine

Uncommon Irish given name derived from the ancient surname Ó Dubhthaigh, translating to 'descendant of the dark-haired one,' signifying someone with dark hair.

DOHNOVAN

Masculine

Rare and unique name of unknown origin and meaning, possibly invented or a variant spelling of another name.

DOIL

Masculine

Scottish name derived from Gaelic 'dubh', meaning 'dark' or 'black'. Traditionally used by Clan MacDonald, this historic name honors a warrior who fought bravely at the Battle of Culloden in 1746.

DOIS

Feminine

The name Dois has French origins and means "two" in English. It was commonly used as a nickname for twins or those connected to the number two in medieval France. Today, it is still used but less frequently outside of French-speaking regions.

DOIS

Masculine

Rare and unusual first name of unknown origin, believed by some to be made-up, and by others to derive from various sources such as 'deux' in French or the diminutive of Douais.

DOKKEN

Masculine

Norwegian male given name derived from Old Norse "Dökkinn," meaning "of darkness" or "dark-haired." It has historical significance as the name of a dwarven smith in Norse mythology, and while it's gained international recognition through figures like musician Tom C. Dokken, it can be given to any child regardless of their future career path.

DOKOTA

Masculine

Unique, Sioux origin name translating to "friend/allies", reflecting community unity.

DOLA

Feminine

African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'wealth', embodying abundance, prosperity, happiness, and contentment.

DOLAN

Masculine

Irish given name that originally meant "little dark one," derived from the ancient Gaelic surname O'Dolan, which denoted descendants of a dark-complexioned person.

DOLCE

Feminine

Italian name meaning "sweet", derived from the Italian word 'dolce'. It was popular among Italian nobility since the Middle Ages and is now globally recognized.

DOLEN

Masculine

Rare Welsh name derived from "dolen," meaning "whirlpool or eddy." It was inspired by the swirling motion of water and once associated with powerful rulers like Llywelyn the Great.

DOLENA

Feminine

Welsh name derived from "dolen," meaning "bunch" or "cluster," symbolizing abundance and beauty.

DOLENE

Feminine

Rare Irish given name derived from the ancient surname O'Dulaine, meaning "descendant of Dulain," which signifies strength and courage.

DOLETHA

Feminine

Unique female given name of African-American origin coined by author Zora Neale Hurston for her unpublished novel "Dolethiopia".

DOLL

Feminine

English origin, meaning "a toy figure resembling a human being," originating from Middle English "dol." Though rare, it has been periodically used since the late 19th century, with its peak in popularity being five births recorded in 1937.

DOLL

Masculine

The name Doll is an English derivative of Dorothy or Dolly, meaning "gift of battle.

DOLLEEN

Feminine

Irish feminine given name derived from "dol," meaning "to steal," but has been positively associated with intelligence and cunning.

DOLLENA

Feminine

Uncommon yet compelling African-derived name from the Ewe people of Ghana and Togo, meaning "to give thanks," symbolizing gratitude for prosperity and carrying spiritual significance.

DOLLENE

Feminine

Modern American name created by author Anne Rice for her character in 'The Vampire Lestat,' gaining popularity since its 1985 introduction despite lacking historical significance or meaning.