Dorothy
Meaning: Gift of God — a blessing from heaven
Origin: Greek
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #334
Total births: 450
History: Dorothy peaked in the 1960s in Australia. The name carries Wizard of Oz magic. Dorothy represents the older generation of Australian women — sturdy, no-nonsense, and full of hidden strength.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1956) | #86 |
| Babies named Dorothy in 1956 | 82 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 450 |
| Peak year | 1955 (96 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #79 |
| Years in records | 1952–1956 (5 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Dorothy
What does the name Dorothy mean?
Dorothy means “Gift of God — a blessing from heaven” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Dorothy?
Dorothy has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God — a blessing from heaven”.
How popular is Dorothy in Australia?
Dorothy ranked #86 in Australia in 1956 — given to 82 babies that year.
When was Dorothy most popular?
Dorothy peaked in 1955 with 96 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Dorothy a boy or girl name?
Dorothy is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Dorothys in registered births are female.
How long has Dorothy been recorded in Australia?
Dorothy appears in birth records in Australia across 5 years — from 1952 through 1956.