gender neutral
Dorian
child of the sea
About Dorian
Elegance personified—Dorian carries literary sophistication and timeless appeal. This name bridges classical and contemporary sensibilities effortlessly, feeling both established and surprisingly fresh. The connection to Oscar Wilde's famous character adds layers of cultural association without overwhelming the name itself. Dorian possesses a certain artistic quality, suggesting creativity, intellectual curiosity, and refined taste. The three syllables create a name with presence and completeness, substantial enough for formal settings yet flowing naturally in everyday use. It's been steadily gaining favor among parents who appreciate names that sound educated without being pretentious. Dorian works internationally, translating easily across different languages and cultures. The name suggests someone who values beauty, culture, and meaningful experiences. It ages wonderfully, sounding appropriate from preschool through retirement, never feeling juvenile or dated. Dorian offers that increasingly rare combination: recognizable yet uncommon, traditional yet not old-fashioned, substantial yet not heavy. Parents drawn to this name often value things like music, art, literature, and thoughtful living. It's a choice that respects the past while remaining entirely relevant for boys growing up in today's world.
Popularity of the Name Dorian
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | #845 | |||
| 1947 | #941 | |||
| 1949 | #906 | |||
| 1953 | #911 | |||
| 1955 | #892 | |||
| 1957 | #939 | |||
| 1961 | #939 | |||
| 1962 | #909 | |||
| 1963 | #911 | |||
| 1964 | #931 | |||
| 1965 | #970 | |||
| 1966 | #780 | |||
| 1967 | #788 | |||
| 1968 | #774 | |||
| 1969 | #676 | |||
| 1970 | #686 | |||
| 1971 | #611 | |||
| 1972 | #556 | |||
| 1973 | #456 | |||
| 1974 | #524 | |||
| 1975 | #538 | |||
| 1976 | #567 | |||
| 1977 | #559 | |||
| 1978 | #617 | |||
| 1979 | #575 | |||
| 1980 | #675 | |||
| 1981 | #673 | |||
| 1982 | #578 | |||
| 1983 | #575 | |||
| 1984 | #598 | |||
| 1985 | #583 | |||
| 1986 | #653 | |||
| 1987 | #569 | |||
| 1988 | #535 | |||
| 1989 | #523 | |||
| 1990 | #519 | |||
| 1991 | #528 | #718 | ||
| 1992 | #524 | #584 | ||
| 1993 | #539 | #814 | ||
| 1994 | #529 | #479 | ||
| 1995 | #505 | #446 | ||
| 1996 | #515 | #544 | ||
| 1997 | #515 | #525 | ||
| 1998 | #506 | #474 | ||
| 1999 | #507 | #477 | ||
| 2000 | #398 | #405 | ||
| 2001 | #416 | #484 | ||
| 2002 | #419 | #359 | ||
| 2003 | #449 | #560 | ||
| 2004 | #435 | #482 | ||
| 2005 | #428 | #561 | #550 | |
| 2006 | #465 | #462 | ||
| 2007 | #490 | #580 | ||
| 2008 | #441 | #707 | #488 | #663 |
| 2009 | #513 | #836 | #494 | #667 |
| 2010 | #503 | #589 | #325 | #654 |
| 2011 | #522 | #681 | #440 | #564 |
| 2012 | #560 | #561 | #439 | #601 |
| 2013 | #546 | #803 | #390 | #664 |
| 2014 | #539 | #614 | #440 | #734 |
| 2015 | #560 | #616 | #361 | #652 |
| 2016 | #544 | #601 | #505 | #815 |
| 2017 | #538 | #675 | #506 | #685 |
| 2018 | #521 | #682 | #744 | #889 |
| 2019 | #511 | #839 | #562 | #681 |
| 2020 | #512 | #684 | #755 | #568 |
| 2021 | #567 | #734 | #450 | #714 |
| 2022 | #564 | #822 | #769 | |
| 2023 | #605 | #362 | ||
| 2024 | #538 | #964 | #659 | #851 |
| 2025 | #539 | #800 | #846 | #920 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Dorian
- Dorien
- Doran
- Dorio
Names Similar to Dorian
Nicknames for Dorian
- Dor
- Dori
- Ian
- Ryan
- Dorry
Famous People Named Dorian
| Dorian Yates | English former professional bodybuilder |
| Dorian Johnson | American football player |
| Dorian Harewood | American actor and voice-over artist |
| Dorian Leigh | American fashion model |
| Dorian Lopéz | Mexican footballer |
| Dorian Missick | American actor |
| Dorian Concept | Austrian musician and composer |
| Dorian Popa | Romanian singer and actor |
| Dorian van Rijsselberghe | Dutch windsurfer, Olympic gold medalist |
| Dorian Satoshi Nakamoto | Japanese-American computer scientist, known for being mistakenly identified as the creator of Bitcoin |
| Dorian McDaniels | American rapper and member of the group "Boys II Men" |
| Dorian Warren | American political scientist and TV commentator |
| Dorian Gregory | American actor and television host |
| Dorian Dervite | French footballer |
| Dorian Parreott | French ice dancer |
| Dorian Collier | American basketball player |
| Dorian Roberts | American rugby player |
| Dorian West | English rugby coach and former player |
| Dorian Byrd | American soccer player |
Characters Named Dorian
| Dorian Gray | From Oscar Wilde's novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray" |
| Dorian Havilliard | From Sarah J. Maas's "Throne of Glass" series |
| Dorian Red Gloria | From V.E. Schwab's novel "Shades of Magic" series |
| Dorian Tyrell | From the movie "The Mask" |
| Dorian Rossini | A character from the TV series "White Collar" |
| Dorian Pavus | From the video game "Dragon Age - Inquisition" |
| Dorian Wayne | In the DC Comics universe |
| Dorian LaVeck | From the movie "I Am Legend" |
| Dorian Walker | From the TV series "The Tomorrow People" |
| Dorian Rourke | From the TV series "Alias" |
| Dorian Makarov | From the anime "Phantom - Requiem for the Phantom" |