NAME PROFILE
Dodie
Formal definition: 'Son of Andrew,' derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'brave.' Personality description: This name carries an air of storytelling and creative intelligence, reflecting a person who is both adventurous and deeply rooted in their heritage.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,258 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1970 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1953 |
| Most recent | 1977 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | German, English, Greek |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 26%TX — 26%OH — 18%LA — 18%PA — 13%
Notable People
Hans Christian Andersen (Author of The Little Mermaid) · Anderson Cooper (News Anchor for CNN) · Wes Anderson (Director of The Grand Budapest Hotel) · Gillian Anderson (Actress from The X-Files) · Pamela Anderson (Actress and activist) · Paul Thomas Anderson (Director of Magnolia)
Nicknames & Diminutives
AndyAndersDerry
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