Dora

Girl

Dora is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "Short form of Dorothea or Theodora, meaning gift.". It is pronounced DOR-ah. Today it is a popular name (popularity 95/100) and fading.

Greek origin · /DOR-ah/ · vintage

Meaning: Short form of Dorothea or Theodora, meaning gift.

Popularity 95/1002 syllablesPeaked 1921↓ Falling

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Frequently asked questions about Dora

What does Dora mean?

Dora means "Short form of Dorothea or Theodora, meaning gift.". It is of Greek origin.

Is Dora a boy or girl name?

Dora is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Dora?

Dora is one of the most common baby names, with a popularity score of 95/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.

How is Dora pronounced?

Dora is pronounced DOR-ah.

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