The nameDorothée
Dorothée is the French form of Dorothy, a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "gift of God". It was popular in France in the 1970s and 1980s.
- Girl's name
- Greek
- Feast day
Meaning
Dorothée comes from the Greek doron, "gift", and theos, "god".
Origin
Greek. Saint Dorothea of Caesarea died a martyr in the early 4th century.
History
The name had its greatest success in France in the 1970s and 1980s.
Did you know?
- The children's show Club Dorothée ran on French television from 1987 to 1997.
Famous people named Dorothée
- Dorothée, television presenter and singer
Popularity of the name Dorothée
Dorothée in France
Dorothée was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 7,365 births over the decade, 38% of all recorded babies named Dorothée. Its rise began around 1958, and it peaked in 1982. Half of all babies named Dorothée in France were born before 1977, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Dorothée in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dorothée mean?
Dorothée comes from the Greek doron, "gift", and theos, "god".
What is the origin of the name Dorothée?
Greek. Saint Dorothea of Caesarea died a martyr in the early 4th century.
Is Dorothée a girl's or a boy's name?
Dorothée is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Dorothée?
Variants and related names of Dorothée include Dorine.
Who are famous people named Dorothée?
Dorothée, television presenter and singer.