Dorthea

Greek

"gift of God"

Dorthea Origin and Meaning

The name Dorthea is a girl's name.

Dorthea represents an alternative spelling of Dorothea, a name of Greek origin meaning 'gift of God' (from 'doron' meaning gift and 'theos' meaning God). This variant spelling maintains the name's classical elegance while offering a slightly simplified form. Historically, Dorothea has been used since early Christian times, with St. Dorothea being a 4th-century martyr. The name enjoyed popularity during the medieval period and Renaissance, though this specific spelling variation has remained less common. Dorthea carries literary associations through characters in works by authors like George Eliot and Charles Dickens. With its rich heritage and meaningful etymology, Dorthea offers substance and grace, along with friendly nickname options like Dora, Thea, or Dot.

Dorthea Rank in US Top 1000

# 949 in the US

Famous People Named Dorthea

• Dorthea Dahl Norwegian,American novelist
• Dorthea "Doris" Singleton American actress
• Stephanie Dorthea Mills American R&B singer