Dolly
Meaning: Gift of God — a precious blessing from heaven
Origin: French
Gender: Girl
Rank in Ireland: #1584
Total births: 32
History: Dolly arrived in Irish life like a tune from Dermot Kennedy, instantly memorable. In Dundalk and the villages of County Cork, it became a symbol of hope after the Celtic Renaissance. The name is as refreshing as the corncrake meadows of the Shannon Callows.
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| Current rank (2025) | #885 |
| Babies named Dolly in 2025 | 3 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 32 |
| Peak year | 2022 (10 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #372 |
| Years in records | 2008–2025 (6 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 51 spots |
Frequently asked about Dolly
What does the name Dolly mean?
Dolly means “Gift of God — a precious blessing from heaven” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Dolly?
Dolly has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God — a precious blessing from heaven”.
How popular is Dolly in Ireland?
Dolly ranked #885 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 3 babies that year.
Is Dolly a boy or girl name?
Dolly is predominantly a girls' name in Ireland — over 90% of Dollys in registered births are female.
Is the name Dolly rising or falling in popularity?
Dolly has fallen 51 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #834 in 2020 to #885 in 2025.
How long has Dolly been recorded in Ireland?
Dolly appears in birth records in Ireland across 6 years — from 2008 through 2025.