Dorman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dorman is an Old English name meaning 'door man,' originating from the elements 'dor' and 'mann.' It evolved through various forms over time and gained usage as a surname in medieval England. The name carries connotations of reliability and strength, with no biblical background. Notable people with this name include Dorman H. Smith and Dorman Long.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dorman"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔːrmən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Dorman derives from the Old English elements 'dor,' meaning 'door,' and 'mann,' meaning 'man.' It originally referred to someone who was a door keeper or had associations with doors.
Meaning
door man
Language Evolution
Doriman, Dorman, Dormanus
Historical Usage
Dorman gained popularity in medieval England, especially during the Norman Conquest, as surnames began to reflect occupations.
Variants & Derivatives
Dorman, Dormanus, Dormaney
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Dorman is seen as a traditional name with a strong historical background, often associated with reliability and strength.
Famous People
Dorman H. Smith - American politician, Dorman Long - British civil engineer
📊 Dorman Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 64 peak births in 1928
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dorman"
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 of "Dorman"
"Dorman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1120th of 7545 | 625 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1044th of 6773 | 732 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1743rd of 7552 | 384 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3627th of 10718 | 129 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Dorman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
67.37% 954th/1416 |
- |
44.00% 1041st/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.59% 1014th/1546 |
- |
38.97% 917th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
55.03% 1570th/2853 |
- |
| 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 of "Dorman" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dorman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dorman" 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 of "Dorman" in the United States
The name Dorman is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dorman has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Dorman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1120th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1044th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1743rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3627th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20994th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Dorman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.