Origin
Irish (Celtic)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Virgo
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Dorine is a name often given to girls. Ranked #16526 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Irish (Celtic) origin and traditionally means "Sullen or moody one from ancient roots". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Dorine
Dorine likely stems from Irish Doreen, rooted in Gaelic terms for mood or sea gifts. Though rare today, it peaked in mid-20th century America. Parents appreciate its gentle sound and strong feminine presence. The name suggests a thoughtful, introspective personality with creative depth and quiet resilience.
Popularity
Currently ranked #16526 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
You nurture and care deeply for others.
You seek to serve humanity with compassion.
You crave freedom and variety in life.
You express yourself with creativity and joy.
Zodiac & Astrology
Virgo
Virgo's analytical yet caring traits match Dorine's introspective vibe.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Dorine radiates calm, nurturing stability with gentle wisdom.
Color Aura
Soft Green
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Deer
Power Word
Grace
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Introspective
Dorine suggests a reflective and thoughtful nature.
Creative
She brings artistic flair to everyday moments.
Resilient
Inner strength helps her overcome challenges.
Famous People Named Dorine
Dorine K. Smith
American author and poet
Dorine Gordon
Canadian actress in early films
Dorine in Pop Culture
Dorine
Tartuffe by Molière
Dorine
Various 19th century novels
Historical Events
1945
Dorine entered US top 1000 names briefly.
1980
Usage declined with modern name trends.
International Variations
Dorine in Different Scripts
دورين
Arabic
多琳
Chinese (Mandarin)
ドリン
Japanese (Katakana)
דורין
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Dorine:
Dorine Maeve
Dorine Claire
Dorine Rose
Dorine Jane
Dorine Elise
Dorine Faith
Dorine Grace
Fun Facts & Trivia
Dorine appeared in 1940s baby name lists.
It shares roots with the sea-inspired Doreen.
Rare in modern times but rising in vintage revivals.
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Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.