Dory is a name of Greek origin, derived from the word 'doron', which means 'gift'. It is often used as both a male and female name, adding to its versatility. The name Dory gained significant popularity in recent years, perhaps due to the animated film 'Finding Nemo' where a forgetful yet lovable fish named Dory stole many hearts.
"The name Dory appears to have been quite popular from the mid-40s to the late 60s, peaking in the early 50s with a high of 20 births in 1954 and 23 births in 1956. After that, its popularity declined steadily until the late 70s. From the 80s onwards, it became quite rare, with fewer than 10 births per year on average."