The baby name Doreen gives us major “grandma name” vibes, and while it hasn't been too popular in the United States since the mid-20th century, we could see it becoming beloved again because it's so old-fashioned. Doreen is most likely derived from Dora, which is derived from Dorothy. That would give it Greek origins and a cool meaning that any new parent can appreciate. Pair Doreen with a current or trendy middle name to make it worthy of the 2020s or use one of its cute nicknames.
Meaning of the name Doreen:
Greek: Gift from God
Origin of the name Doreen:
Doreen is most like derived from Dora, which came from the Greek name Dorothy or Dōrothéa. The name is ultimately made up of the Greek elements “doron,” which means “gift,” and “theos,” which means “God.” That would make the meaning “gift from God.”
Symbolism of the name Doreen:
Because of its meaning, new parents of faith may see their baby Doreen as a gift from God.
Style of the name Doreen:
Grandma name, traditional
Gender of the name Doreen:
Doreen is a girl's name.
Pronunciation of the name Doreen:
DOOR-een
Number of syllables in the name Doreen:
Two
Emotion evoked from the name Doreen:
The baby name Doreen evokes images of someone who is a great communicator. She knows how to get things done.
Alternative spellings for the name Doreen:
- Dorreen
- Dorene
- Dorine
- Doryne
- Doreyn
Nicknames for the name Doreen:
- Dora
- Dorie
- Dori
- Reena
- Reeni
Popularity of the name Doreen:
According to the Social Security Administration, Doreen was a top 1,000 baby name for girls in the United States between 1919 and 1979. It was most popular in 1956 when it ranked at number 147. It last ranked at number 961 in 1979.
Related names for the name Doreen:
- Dora
- Dorothy
- Doralee
- Doralyn
- Dorthea
Great middle names for Doreen and their meanings:
- Abigail (father's joy)
- Isabelle (pledge to God)
- Emily (rival)
- Madison (son of Matthew)
- Hannah (favor, grace)
- Lily (flower)
- Scarlett (red)
- Sadie (princess)
- Alexis (protector of men)
Famous people with the name Doreen:
- Doreen Mantle (actress)
- Doreen Chanter (singer)
- Doreen Alderman (dance instructor)
- Doreen Carwithen (composer)
- Doreen Lawrence (politician)
Doreen in popular culture:
- Doreen (character in the movie “Hairspray”)
- Doreen Carter (character in the movie “Get Carter”)
- Doreen Langston (character on the TV show “American Gothic”)
- Doreen (character in the “Chrono Trigger” video game)
- Doreen Green aka Squirrel Girl (character in the Marvel Comic universe)