Names Starting With D
BoyGreek#330 in 2025
Dorian
Dorian is a boys' name of Greek origin meaning “Gift, from the sea.” It ranked #330 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
DOHR-ee-uhn
Meaning & Origin
The name Dorian means “Gift, from the sea.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.
Oscar Wilde's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' gave this name an aesthetic, literary quality. The Dorians were one of the four major Greek ethnic groups.
Popularity Over Time
#3602024
#3302025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #330 |
| 2024 | #360 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Dorian
- Dorian Gray (Oscar Wilde)
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