Gift of God
Doroteo is the Spanish masculine form of the Greek name Dorotheos. It is composed of the elements 'doron', meaning gift, and 'theos', meaning God. While its feminine counterpart Dorothy was once a top name in the US, Doroteo remains a rare, traditional choice within Spanish-speaking communities.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Doroteo in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The birth name of Mexican Revolutionary leader Pancho Villa
Guatemalan long-distance runner and Boston Marathon winner
