Dorman

Boy name

Dorman has been given to 1,898 babies in the U.S. since 1908. It peaked in 1928.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,898

Peak year

1928 (64 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1908

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Dorman — alternate spellings parents actually use.

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254,762 babies since 1880

Dorianboy

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FAQ

How popular is the name Dorman?

Dorman has been given to 1,898 babies in the U.S. since 1908. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Dorman peak?

Dorman peaked in 1928, when 64 babies were given the name.

Is Dorman a girl or boy name?

Dorman is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Dorman are boys).

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