Dorrie, of Germanic origin, is an uncommon yet distinctive feminine given name. It is a diminutive form of Dorothy, which itself means 'gift of God'. While it may not be widely known, Dorrie has its own unique charm and could make for a memorable choice for parents seeking a less common name for their child.
The name Dorrie saw its popularity peak during the late 1950s to early 1960s, with a significant increase in birth counts from 41 births in 1957 to a high of 59 births in 1959. However, it quickly declined thereafter, with fewer than 35 births per year from 1961 onwards. There was a brief spike in the mid-1970s, but by the late 1970s and early 1980s, the name's popularity plummeted to single-digit figures. The most recent data point shows that there were still 5 births named Dorrie in 2005.