Meaning, origin, history
Doretha is a unique and distinctive name of American origin. It is a variant spelling of the Hebrew name Dorothea, which means "gift of God." The name has been in use since medieval times and was popular among European royalty. In the United States, Doretha gained popularity during the early to mid-20th century but has since become less common. Despite its rarity today, Doretha remains a beautiful and meaningful name with deep historical roots.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Doretha since 1880
Total births
8,562
Total since 1880
Peak year
1956
198 births
in 1998
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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