Dortha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dortha is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God'. It evolved from the name Dorothea and has historical forms such as Dorte. While it has a vintage appeal today, it lacks significant biblical relevance. The name has been associated with a few notable figures and represents a unique choice for modern parents.
The name Dortha is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Dortha 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, 'Dortha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 477th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 621st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1832nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7577th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20974th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Dortha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dortha"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔːrθə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Dortha is believed to be derived from the Greek name 'Dorothea', which means 'gift of God'.
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Dorothea, Dorte, Dortha
Historical Usage
Dortha gained popularity in the early 20th century as a feminine variant of Dorothea, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Dora, Dorothy, Dorte
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dortha is viewed as an old-fashioned name, with a vintage charm that appeals to some parents looking for unique names.
Famous People
Dortha Smith, an American painter, Dortha McBride, an American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dortha"
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 "Dortha"
"Dortha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 477th of 9107 | 3,675 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 621st of 9204 | 2,311 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1832nd of 12526 | 648 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7577th of 19264 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20974th of 27321 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Dortha" by Generation for 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 of "Dortha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
26.84% 380th/1416 |
77.81% 1073rd/1379 |
16.10% 381st/2366 |
72.59% 829th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
43.98% 680th/1546 |
- |
18.40% 433rd/2353 |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
- |
49.74% 1419th/2853 |
82.56% 2291st/2775 |
| 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 "Dortha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dortha" 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.