girl name
Dorothy
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#421 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Dorothy in the US, 1880–2025
Dorothy first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1924, when 39,996 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 743.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dorothy a boy or a girl name?
Dorothy is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Dorothy?
In 2025, Dorothy ranked #421 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Dorothy most popular?
Dorothy was most popular in 1924, when about 39,996 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.