Feminine dossier · first seen 1882
Dorthea
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1921
Peak births
69
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1882Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Dorthea
How many people are named Dorthea?
An estimated 1,171 living Americans are named Dorthea.
How rare is Dorthea?
Dorthea is very rare among babies today, with 7 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 89.9% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Dorthea?
The median age of a living American named Dorthea is approximately 61 years, with most bearers falling between 48 and 71 years old.
Is Dorthea still popular?
Yes — Dorthea is currently rising in popularity, with 7 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.8× higher than the previous decade.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
89.9%
2025
7
All-time
2,437