Dorcus
Girl nameDorcus has been given to 287 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It peaked in 1920.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
287
Peak year
1920 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1917
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
98% girls / 2% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Dorcus — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Dorcus.
Sibling name ideas for Dorcus
Same era and popularity as Dorcus, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Dorcus?
Dorcus has been given to 287 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Dorcus peak?
Dorcus peaked in 1920, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Dorcus a girl or boy name?
Dorcus is primarily a girl name (98% of babies named Dorcus are girls).
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