Dorey is of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname O'Dubhair, which means 'from the pale'. It was originally a hereditary anglicized form of the Irish surname Ó Dubhthaigh, meaning 'descendant of dark-haired', with dubh translating to 'dark' and taigh to 'house'. The name was introduced to England by Anglo-Normans who settled in Ireland during the 12th century. Dorey is rarely used as a given name today, but it can make for an intriguing choice if you're looking for something unique yet rooted in history.
The given statistic shows that there were seven girls named Dorey born in the year 1970.