Names like Dorothy
If Dorothy is on your list, these girl names have the same feel, from Greek classics to names with a similar sound. Dorothy has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
Top matches: Demi, Katalina, Helena and Lyra.
24 girl names like Dorothy
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- Demi#381The name "Demi" is often a short form of Demetria, meaning "devoted to Demeter." Demeter…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Katalina#430Katalina is a variation of Katherine, meaning "pure".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Helena#363Helena means "bright" or "shining light."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Lyra#435Lyra refers to a stringed musical instrument similar to a harp; it's also the name of a…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Calliope#451Calliope means "beautiful voice".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Penny#740Penny is often a shortened form of Penelope, which means "weaver".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Elaina#267Elaina means "bright, shining light" or "torch." It suggests someone who is radiant and…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Kora#491Kora is often linked to Kore, the Greek word for maiden.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Lenora#539Lenora means "light." It's often considered a short form of Eleanor or Helen, names that…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Kataleya#459Kataleya is related to Katherine, meaning "pure."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Thea#353Thea means "goddess." It's often associated with the Greek goddess Theia, the Titaness…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Maia#433Maia is the name of the Greek goddess of spring.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Harmony#276Harmony means 'agreement' or 'concord.' It represents a pleasing combination of elements…Also Greek3 syllables
- Azalea#278Azalea is named after the flowering shrub, known for its beautiful blooms.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Nellie#533Nellie is often a shortened version of names like Eleanor or Helen.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Andi#632This name means "manly" or "courageous." It suggests strength and bravery.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Rhea#639Rhea was a Titan goddess in Greek mythology, often associated with motherhood and…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Ophelia#264Ophelia's meaning is uncertain, but it is often associated with "help."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Daphne#178Daphne means 'laurel' or 'bay tree'.Also Greek
- Melody#79Melody means "song" or "pleasant sound." It refers to a sequence of musical notes that…Also Greek3 syllables
- Selene#623Selene means "moon".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Cleo#577The name Cleo means 'glory' or 'fame'.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Myra#663It means "myrrh," a fragrant perfume, or "wonderful."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Thalia#648Thalia means "to flourish" or "blooming." It is also the name of one of the Greek Muses…Also Greek3 syllables
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- What names are similar to Dorothy?
- Names with a similar style to Dorothy include Demi, Katalina, Helena, Lyra, Calliope and Penny.
- How are these names matched to Dorothy?
- Each name is compared with Dorothy on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Dorothy has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
- What other Greek names are like Dorothy?
- Demi, Katalina, Helena, Lyra and Calliope share Dorothy's Greek roots.