Female and male names starting with the letter "D" .
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DORISTENE
FeminineRare Greek female name that translates to "gift from God" or "divine gift.
DORISTINE
FeminineRare but meaningful female name of Greek origin, translating to "gift from God," often bestowed in honor of Hera, the benevolent goddess.
DORIT
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "my generation," often associated with wisdom and virtue as seen in the biblical figure Dorothea. It's popular among Jewish communities worldwide and has gained attention through Israeli-American actress Dorit Rabinowitz.
DORITA
FeminineUnique and elegant Spanish name derived from "dorado," meaning golden. It was traditionally given to girls with golden blonde hair or bright dispositions in medieval Spain and later became a symbol of wealth among nobility. Today, it remains prestigious worldwide.
DORITHA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name meaning "generation" or "family," often associated with lineage and tradition, and once popular among prominent Jewish families.
DORITHY
FeminineUnique Hebrew name derived from "dor," meaning "generation," signifying continuity and connection between generations.
DORJAN
MasculineAlbanian name of Middle Eastern origin, meaning 'godlike' or 'gift from God', derived from the Albanian word 'dorrja', symbolizing new beginnings.
DORLA
FeminineHebrew female given name meaning "generous" or "noble," derived from the word "dor" which signifies generation or time period.
DORLAN
MasculineMysterious and captivating name of unknown origin, with no clear etymology from any major language or culture.
DORLAND
MasculineUncommon American given name coined by Dorothea Brande in her 1934 novel "Becoming a Writer." It may mean 'gifted land' or 'place of abundance.' Despite its intriguing origin and potential meaning, it has not gained significant popularity as a given name, with only a handful of people named Dorland since records began in the United States. However, it has made an impression in literature, appearing in other works like Emily Cheney's "The Man Who Was Magic.
DORLAS
FeminineUncommon given name of unknown origin, with no established etymology or historical significance.
DORLEAN
FeminineCaptivating female name of African origin, derived from the Akan people of Ghana where it means "favorite child".
DORLEE
FeminineRare, unisex Dutch name with no official meaning, derived from "dorpel", possibly meaning "gatekeeper".
DORLEEN
FeminineUncommon but captivating Irish female given name derived from the surname O'Doran, meaning "skilled" or "talented".
DORLENE
FeminineDistinctive Hebrew female name meaning 'generation,' symbolizing lineage, heritage, and anticipation.
DORLES
FeminineRare Basque girl's name derived from "dorre," meaning "tower," symbolizing strength and resilience. Traditionally given to girls with strong characters or influential families, it was also popular among Basque nobility during the Middle Ages. Today, Dorles continues to be an uncommon yet powerful global choice for parents seeking meaningful names.
DORLINE
FeminineFrench name meaning "little golden one," derived from the Old French word "dore" and often used for girls with golden hair or sunny dispositions in medieval France.
DORLIS
FeminineRare French name derived from Doris, meaning 'from the sea' or 'giver of gifts', with various spellings across regions.
DORLISA
FeminineHungarian name derived from 'dor', meaning 'gift', and 'lisza', meaning 'happiness'. It signifies 'a gift of happiness'.
DORMA
FeminineRare yet captivating female given name of Latin origin, derived from "dormire," meaning "to sleep." Historically associated with the Roman goddess Somnus, it evokes tranquility and peaceful dreams.
DORMALEE
FeminineRare, first name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning.
DORMAN
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from the Old English words "thorn" and "man", meaning "strong as a thorn".
DORMILEE
FeminineUnique Hawaiian name derived from "dori" (to dream) and "miliu" (to sleep), translating to "to sleep while dreaming.
DORMON
MasculineRare Norman given name derived from the Old Norse "Þórmundr," meaning "guardian of Thor.
DORN
MasculineGerman origin name derived from "thorn," symbolizing strength and resilience like its plant namesake, thistle or thorn bush.
DORN
FeminineGermanic name derived from the Old High German word 'dorn,' meaning 'thorn.' It symbolizes strength and resilience.
DORNA
FeminineBasque name meaning 'golden', symbolizing prosperity or warmth.
DORNE
MasculineUnique Latin-derived name meaning "gift," historically used in several European countries and associated with Thursday in Spanish culture.
DORNELL
MasculineUncommon given name of African American origin created during the mid-20th century as a combination of Donald and orn. It does not have a specific meaning or historical association, but its unique sound and lack of negative connotations contributed to its popularity within African American communities in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s. Despite remaining relatively rare compared to more common names, those who bear this name often appreciate its uniqueness and individuality.
DORNISHA
FeminineUnique unisex name of Ashanti origin from Ghana, meaning "born on a Tuesday".
DORO
MasculineGreek name meaning "gift", often used for boys but also suitable for girls, reflecting its ancient tradition of gift-giving in mythology.
DOROHTY
FeminineDorothy is a female given name of English origin, derived from the German name Dorothea meaning 'gift of God'.
DORON
MasculineHebrew male name that means "my generation" or "my gift".
DOROTA
FeminineCenturies-old feminine Polish name derived from the Slavic word 'dorot' meaning 'gift', often associated with Saint Dorothy.
DOROTEA
FeminineSpanish-Greek female name derived from "doron", meaning 'gift', symbolizing preciousness. It's rich in history and was popularized by Byzantine Empire's Saint Dorothy.
DOROTEO
MasculineRare Spanish name meaning "gift of God," derived from the Latin Dorothea, with historical roots tracing back to ancient times.
DOROTHA
FeminineGreek-origin feminine name meaning 'gift', associated with grace or beauty.
DOROTHE
FeminineGreek feminine name that means "gift of God.
DOROTHEA
FeminineDorothea, originating from Greek, means 'gift of God.' Popular in medieval and Renaissance eras, it now appears less frequently. Informal shortenings are Doro and Doe.
DOROTHEA
MasculineFemale name of Greek origin meaning "gift of God".