Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dorene originates from the Latin name 'Dorothea', meaning 'gift of God'. It has evolved through several historical forms and is primarily used in English-speaking cultures. The name is associated with positive traits and lacks biblical relevance. It saw increased popularity in the 20th century and remains recognized today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dəˈriːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Dorene is derived from the Latin name 'Dorothea', which means 'gift of God'. The name has evolved through various forms in different cultures.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Dorothea, Doretha, Dorina, Dorene
Historical Usage
Dorene gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century as a feminine name in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Dora, Dore, Doreen, Dori
Modern Popularity & Image
Dorene is seen as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Dorene Dominguez, Dorene O'Leary
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 296 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Michigan
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1330th of 9107 | 606 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 707th of 9204 | 1,869 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 669th of 12526 | 3,891 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1301st of 19264 | 1,381 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7807th of 27321 | 145 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21432nd of 35406 | 33 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
62.43% 884th/1416 |
- |
88.93% 2104th/2366 |
77.93% 890th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
34.73% 537th/1546 |
44.22% 688th/1556 |
81.68% 1922nd/2353 |
26.50% 410th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
25.37% 565th/2227 |
22.39% 544th/2430 |
45.67% 1303rd/2853 |
20.97% 582nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
38.00% 1116th/2937 |
24.43% 851st/3483 |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
29.82% 1206th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Michigan across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1330th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 707th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 669th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1301st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7807th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21432nd out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.