Girl
Doris
gift of the ocean
About Doris
This name carries vintage charm experiencing renewed appreciation among discerning parents. Its classic status provides historical depth while current rarity offers unexpected freshness. The solid, grounded quality appeals to those seeking substance over trendiness, valuing names that have proven their staying power across generations. It possesses a certain no-nonsense character while remaining fully feminine and personable. Parents choosing this name often appreciate literary connections and mid-century aesthetics. The straightforward pronunciation and spelling eliminate confusion while the uncommon status among current baby names ensures distinctiveness. It represents a sophisticated choice that honors naming traditions while swimming against contemporary currents.
Popularity of the Name Doris
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #594 | |||
| 1881 | #549 | |||
| 1882 | #462 | |||
| 1883 | #414 | |||
| 1884 | #416 | |||
| 1885 | #374 | |||
| 1886 | #407 | |||
| 1887 | #350 | |||
| 1888 | #325 | |||
| 1889 | #315 | |||
| 1890 | #268 | |||
| 1891 | #264 | |||
| 1892 | #223 | |||
| 1893 | #225 | |||
| 1894 | #191 | |||
| 1895 | #193 | |||
| 1896 | #152 | |||
| 1897 | #139 | |||
| 1898 | #125 | |||
| 1899 | #113 | |||
| 1900 | #117 | #9 | ||
| 1901 | #101 | #9 | ||
| 1902 | #93 | #7 | ||
| 1903 | #95 | #8 | ||
| 1904 | #88 | #10 | ||
| 1905 | #83 | #4 | ||
| 1906 | #83 | #7 | ||
| 1907 | #76 | #7 | ||
| 1908 | #70 | #4 | ||
| 1909 | #64 | #10 | ||
| 1910 | #64 | #6 | ||
| 1911 | #56 | #10 | ||
| 1912 | #48 | #10 | ||
| 1913 | #44 | #11 | ||
| 1914 | #36 | #11 | ||
| 1915 | #34 | #15 | ||
| 1916 | #32 | #14 | ||
| 1917 | #25 | #15 | ||
| 1918 | #19 | #10 | ||
| 1919 | #18 | #12 | ||
| 1920 | #14 | #12 | ||
| 1921 | #13 | #17 | ||
| 1922 | #11 | #21 | ||
| 1923 | #11 | #22 | ||
| 1924 | #9 | #23 | ||
| 1925 | #8 | #34 | ||
| 1926 | #7 | #34 | ||
| 1927 | #7 | #34 | ||
| 1928 | #7 | #51 | ||
| 1929 | #6 | #38 | ||
| 1930 | #9 | #48 | ||
| 1931 | #10 | #50 | ||
| 1932 | #10 | #62 | ||
| 1933 | #10 | #58 | ||
| 1934 | #11 | #79 | ||
| 1935 | #13 | #76 | ||
| 1936 | #15 | #95 | ||
| 1937 | #22 | #97 | ||
| 1938 | #25 | #117 | ||
| 1939 | #29 | #98 | ||
| 1940 | #31 | #118 | ||
| 1941 | #38 | #159 | ||
| 1942 | #41 | #130 | ||
| 1943 | #40 | #129 | ||
| 1944 | #42 | #157 | ||
| 1945 | #46 | #176 | ||
| 1946 | #51 | #209 | ||
| 1947 | #58 | #256 | ||
| 1948 | #64 | #260 | ||
| 1949 | #69 | |||
| 1950 | #74 | |||
| 1951 | #80 | |||
| 1952 | #83 | #239 | ||
| 1953 | #87 | #228 | ||
| 1954 | #93 | |||
| 1955 | #101 | #293 | ||
| 1956 | #109 | #256 | ||
| 1957 | #119 | #307 | ||
| 1958 | #131 | #311 | ||
| 1959 | #138 | #303 | ||
| 1960 | #147 | #272 | ||
| 1961 | #160 | |||
| 1962 | #171 | |||
| 1963 | #181 | |||
| 1964 | #191 | #228 | ||
| 1965 | #205 | #339 | ||
| 1966 | #216 | #395 | ||
| 1967 | #243 | #257 | ||
| 1968 | #263 | #367 | ||
| 1969 | #275 | #271 | ||
| 1970 | #315 | |||
| 1971 | #339 | #359 | ||
| 1972 | #363 | |||
| 1973 | #414 | |||
| 1974 | #429 | #505 | ||
| 1975 | #480 | #470 | ||
| 1976 | #507 | #404 | ||
| 1977 | #535 | #548 | ||
| 1978 | #541 | #478 | ||
| 1979 | #618 | |||
| 1980 | #617 | |||
| 1981 | #652 | |||
| 1982 | #660 | |||
| 1983 | #683 | |||
| 1984 | #685 | #285 | ||
| 1985 | #681 | |||
| 1986 | #794 | |||
| 1987 | #781 | |||
| 1988 | #813 | |||
| 1989 | #884 | |||
| 1990 | #856 | |||
| 1991 | #905 | #959 | ||
| 1992 | #880 | |||
| 1994 | #938 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Doris
Names Similar to Doris
Nicknames for Doris
- Dori
- Doe
- Dorrie
- Dory
Famous People Named Doris
| Doris Day | American actress and singer |
| Doris Kearns Goodwin | American historian and author |
| Doris Lessing | British novelist and Nobel laureate |
| Doris Roberts | American actress |
| Doris Duke | American philanthropist and art collector |
| Doris Troy | American soul singer |
| Doris Burke | American sports announcer and analyst |
| Doris Humphrey | American modern dancer and choreographer |
| Doris Pilkington Garimara | Australian author and activist |
| Doris Haddock | Granny D - American political activist |
| Doris Matsui | American politician |
| Doris Miller | American track and field athlete |
| Doris McCarthy | Canadian painter and author |
| Doris Betts | American author and professor |
| Doris Singleton | American actress |
| Doris Akers | American gospel music composer |
| Doris Belack | American actress |
| Doris Lloyd | English-American actress |
| Doris Anderson | Canadian feminist and journalist |
Characters Named Doris
| Doris Zuel | Character from the movie "The Uninvited" |
| Doris Mann | Character from the movie "Postcards from the Edge" |
| Doris Walker | Character from the movie "Miracle on 34th Street" |
| Doris Tremaine | Character from the TV show "Once Upon a Time" |
| Doris Thatcher | Character from the TV show "Friends" |
| Doris McGarrett | Character from the TV show "Hawaii Five-0" |
| Doris the Ugly Stepsister | Character from the Shrek franchise |
| Doris Fairfeather | Character from the TV show "Mad Men" |
| Doris the Scientist | Character from the movie "Meet the Robinsons" |
| Doris Thompson | Character from the movie "Shrek 2" |
| Doris Mayday | Character from the video game "L.A. Noire" |
| Doris Collins | Character from the TV show "Six Feet Under" |
| Doris the Dolphin | Character from the TV show "SpongeBob SquarePants" |
| Doris Grossman | Character from the TV show "Curb Your Enthusiasm" |
| Doris Bear | Character from the TV show "Bear in the Big Blue House" |
| Doris Saphron | Character from the book "The Great Gilly Hopkins" |
| Doris the Waitress | Character from the TV show "Alice" |
| Doris Roach | Character from the movie "The Skeleton Twins" |
| Doris the Mail Lady | Character from the TV show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" |