Doreena

Doreena is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Doreen or an elaboration of Dora. Doreen originated as a diminutive form of Dorothy (meaning "gift of God" from Greek) and gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the early to mid-20th century. The variant Doreena adds an extra syllable, giving the name a more flowing, elaborate quality. The name has a vintage charm characteristic of names popular in the 1930s-1950s. While less common than Doreen, Doreena offers a slightly more distinctive alternative with the same friendly, approachable qualities. The name has a gentle sound and carries associations of sweetness and warmth from its more common variants.

Pronounced dor-EE-nuh.

As of October 2026, Doreena ranked #10861 in US births in 1984 SSA, peaked at #2777 in 1966.