Dory

Greek

"gift of Isis"

Dory Origin and Meaning

The name Dory is a boy's name.

Dory is a masculine name with Greek origins, though it's used for both genders. Traditionally, it's a diminutive of names like Isidore, Theodore, or Dorothy. The name gained modern recognition through the character Dory in the animated films 'Finding Nemo' and 'Finding Dory,' though the character is female. In Greek, 'doron' means 'gift,' giving the name a meaningful foundation. Historically, Dory was also the name of an ancient Greek spear and a type of fishing boat, adding maritime associations. As a masculine name, Dory has a friendly, approachable quality with its short, two-syllable structure. While not among the most common names, it carries a sense of warmth and familiarity.

Famous People Named Dory

• Dorrance Wilhelm "Dory" Funk American pro wrestler
• Dorrance Earnest "Dory" Funk Jr., American pro wrestler
• Charles Wilson "Dory" Dean American baseball player
• Dorrel "Dory" Dixon Jamaican pro wrestler
• Dory Lobel American musician
• Dory Chamoun Lebanese politician