Dorcas

Girl

Dorcas is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "From Greek dórkás meaning gazelle.". It is pronounced DOR-kus. Today it is a popular name (popularity 80/100).

Greek origin · /DOR-kus/ · biblical

Meaning: From Greek dórkás meaning gazelle.

Popularity 80/1002 syllablesPeaked 1923→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Dorcas

What does Dorcas mean?

Dorcas means "From Greek dórkás meaning gazelle.". It is of Greek origin.

Is Dorcas a boy or girl name?

Dorcas is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Dorcas?

Dorcas is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 80/100. It was most popular in the 1920s.

How is Dorcas pronounced?

Dorcas is pronounced DOR-kus.

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