Dorian is a boy's name of Greek Mythology origin meaning “Derived from the Dorian people of ancient Greece, associated with strength and beauty..” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Dory. As of 2023, Dorian ranks #608 among boys' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #510 in 2020.
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DOR-ee-ahn
Phonetic spelling
Currently #608 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Dorian means “Derived from the Dorian people of ancient Greece, associated with strength and beauty..” It is a boy's name of Greek Mythology origin.
Dorian is pronounced DOR-ee-ahn.
Dorian is most commonly used as a boy's name.
Dorian currently ranks #608 among boys' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Dorian include Dory.
Middle names that pair well with Dorian include Dorian James, Dorian Alexander, Dorian Leo.
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