Dorris: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Dorris is of Greek origin and is a variant spelling of the name Doris. It comes from the Greek word "Doron" which means "gift." In Greek mythology, Doris was the daughter of the god Oceanus and the mother of the fifty Nereids, who were sea nymphs.
The name Dorris often represents someone who is graceful, gentle, and kind-hearted. They are often seen as generous and giving individuals who have a natural inclination to help others. Dorris may also have strong intuition and a deep sense of understanding and empathy towards others.

The name Dorris is of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek name Doris, which means "gift of the ocean" or "from the sea."

The name Dorris is not very popular in recent years. According to available data, the name Dorris has been steadily declining in popularity since the 1920s. In 2020, it ranked outside of the top 1000 baby girl names in the United States.

Some possible variations of the name Dorris include:
1. Doris
2. Dorriss
3. Dorys
4. Dorrissie
5. Dorrisa
6. Dorrys
7. Dorice
8. Dorisa
9. Dorise
10. Dorisse

Some common nicknames for the name Dorris include:
1. Dori
2. Dorry
3. DoDo
4. Dor
5. Dorsy
6. Dora
7. Doe
8. Dorrie
9. Dossy
10. Dors

1. Dorris Bowden - American actress known for her role in the movie "Gone with the Wind"
2. Dorris Henderson - British folk singer and guitarist
3. Dorris Cordell - British fashion designer and founder of the London-based fashion brand Dorris Cordell
4. Dorris Francis - Indian film actress known for her work in Malayalam cinema
5. Dorris Miller - American naval cook and hero of World War II
6. Dorris Walker - fictional character in the movie "Miracle on 34th Street"
7. Dorris Bowdon - American actress known for her role in the movie "The Grapes of Wrath"
8. Dorris Eaton Travis - American dancer and Ziegfeld Follies performer