Dorotea
Meaning of Dorotea
Dorotea is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It originates from Italy and Spain, and is pronounced as doh-roh-TEH-ah (/doˈroːteɑ/). This name has variations, with one popular variation being Dorothea.
Although not very common in recent years, Dorotea has been used as a name for baby girls in the United States. In 2016, it was given to 5 newborns and ranked at 16,199. Looking back into history, we can see that the popularity of Dorotea has fluctuated over time. In 1979, it ranked at 10,206 and in 1971 it ranked at 7,386. Similarly, in earlier years such as 1937 it ranked at 3,434 and in 1929 it ranked at 4,851.
The name Dorotea carries a sense of elegance and sophistication. It is associated with qualities like strength and wisdom. Choosing this name for your little girl will give her a unique identity that is rooted in rich cultural heritage.
Pronunciation
Italian,Spanish
- Pronunced as doh-roh-TEH-ah (/doˈroːteɑ/)
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Notable People Named Dorotea
| Dorotea de Chopitea - |
| Dorotea Gonzaga - |
