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Dorcas β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Dorcas is a feminine given name with Greek origins. In Greek, Dorcas means 'gazelle'. The name Dorcas represents elegance, grace, and beauty.

Dorcas

Letter: D
Girl

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Meaning of Dorcas:

Dorcas is a feminine given name with Greek origins. In Greek, Dorcas means 'gazelle'. The name Dorcas represents elegance, grace, and beauty. It signifies a person who is gentle, kind-hearted, and capable of spreading love and harmony wherever they go.

  • Gender: Girl
  • Origin: Biblical, Greek
  • US popularity: In 2022, 26 newborns in the United States were named Dorcas (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1923 with 142 babies.

Origin:

Biblical , Greek

Similar Names:

Dora , Doras , Dorca , Dorcass , Dorcia , Dorcus , Dorica , Dorkas , Dorlas , Dors

More names starting with D:

D Amante , D Amiko , D Andre , D Anjelo , D Antan , D Arsi , D Shawn , Da , Daaber , Daad , Daad Ali , Daadbarzin

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Frequently asked questions about Dorcas

What does the name Dorcas mean?

Dorcas is a feminine given name with Greek origins. In Greek, Dorcas means 'gazelle'. The name Dorcas represents elegance, grace, and beauty. It signifies a person who is gentle, kind-hearted, and capable of spreading love and harmony wherever they go.

What is the origin of the name Dorcas?

Dorcas is a girl's name of Biblical, Greek origin.

Is Dorcas a boy or girl name?

Dorcas is commonly used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Dorcas?

In 2022, 26 newborns in the United States were named Dorcas, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1923, with 142 babies given the name.

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