♀ Name Dorothy
Dorothy is a ♀ girl’s name.
What is the origin of the name Dorothy?
Dorothy is an English form of the name Dorothea, which is of Greek origin.
What does the name Dorothy mean?
Dorothy means “gift of God” (from ancient Greek “dôron/δῶρον” = gift + “theós/θεός” = god/deity).
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