Gift of God
Derived from the Greek name Dorotheos, it is composed of the elements 'doron' (gift) and 'theos' (god). It was a popular name in the early Christian era, borne by several saints, and later became a staple in English-speaking countries before being largely replaced by its variation, Dorothy.
Less common today
Dorothea isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,778 in 2025.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
