Dorrise

Greek

"gift of the ocean"

Dorrise Origin and Meaning

The name Dorrise is a girl's name.

Dorrise is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Doris, which comes from ancient Greek mythology where Doris was a sea nymph, daughter of Oceanus and Tethys. The name means 'gift of the ocean' or simply 'gift.' The addition of an extra 'r' and the final 'e' gives Dorrise a softer, more elaborate quality than the classic Doris. While Doris enjoyed considerable popularity in the early 20th century before declining after the 1940s, Dorrise has always remained extremely rare. This variation might appeal to those seeking to honor a relative named Doris while giving the name a slight update, or to parents attracted to vintage names with a subtle, distinctive twist.