NAME PROFILE
Dora
Dora is a name of Greek origin meaning 'gift.' It carries a sense of warmth and friendliness, often associated with adventurous spirits and a thirst for knowledge. The name evokes images of curiosity and joy, embodying a vibrant personality that embraces life with open arms.
Key Stats
| Total births | 106,480 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1921 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 22%CA — 22%NY — 21%FL — 18%IL — 18%
Notable People
Dora the Explorer (Animated character from children's television) · Dora Maar (Photographer and painter, muse of Pablo Picasso) · Dora Milaje (Fictional characters from Marvel Comics) · Doraemon (Japanese manga and anime character) · Dora Pruce (Pioneer in the field of education)
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