Dorthea

Girl name

Dorthea has been given to 2,437 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It peaked in 1921.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

2,437

Peak year

1921 (69 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1882

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

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

Dorotheagirl

34,427 babies since 1880

Dorthagirl

6,811 babies since 1889

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FAQ

How popular is the name Dorthea?

Dorthea has been given to 2,437 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Dorthea peak?

Dorthea peaked in 1921, when 69 babies were given the name.

Is Dorthea a girl or boy name?

Dorthea is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Dorthea are girls).

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