NAME PROFILE
Wenda
A diminutive form of Dorothy, meaning 'Gift of God.' It describes a person who is seen as a precious blessing, embodying a generous spirit and a joyful, radiant personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,001 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1963 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1941 |
| Most recent | 1964 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 42%CA — 25%NY — 17%IL — 8%MI — 8%
Notable People
Doretta Morrow (Singer and actress known for The King and I) · Doretta Lau (Award-winning author of How to Be Chinese) · Doretta McGee (Dedicated community leader and social activist) · Doretta Maria (Contemporary artist recognized for her vibrant Italian landscapes) · Doretta Ratledge (Influential educator and advocate for rural literacy)
Nicknames & Diminutives
DoraRettaEttaDorieDot
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