Stranger or exile; also gift
Doran is primarily derived from the Irish surname Γ DeorΓ‘in, meaning descendant of the exile or stranger. In a Greek context, it is often associated with the word 'doron', meaning gift. It remains a rare and distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Celtic roots that feels accessible.
Less common today
Doran isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,065 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
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