Dorette is a charming and unique feminine given name of French origin. It is a diminutive form of the name Dorothy, which means "gift from God" in Greek. The name Dorette is not particularly common, but it has been used throughout history.
The name Dorette first appeared in France during the 18th century, where it was often given to girls as a way to express affection or to honor a loved one named Dorothy. It remained popular in France for several generations before falling out of fashion in the mid-20th century.
Despite its decline in popularity in recent decades, Dorette remains a beloved name among some families and is still used occasionally today. Some notable individuals with this name include French singer Dorette Gresard and Swiss painter Dorette Meuwly.
The name Dorette saw its highest popularity between the years 1954 and 1958, with a peak of 14 births in 1954. However, it has consistently been used over several decades, with at least one birth recorded every year from 1923 to 1976, except for the years 1924, 1926-1929, 1932, and 1935-1941. Overall, there were a total of 273 babies named Dorette during this period.