Girl name
Dora name meaning
“gift, present”
Dora is a feminine name meaning “gift” or “present”, with its meaning drawn from Greek dōron. It usually serves as a short form of European names such as Dorothea or Theodora. The element -dora in those longer names comes from the same Greek word for a gift.
What does Dora mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Dora
Usually a short form of European names such as Dorothea or Theodora. The element -dora comes from Greek dōron, 'gift'.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Dora
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Dora, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Dora: gift, present
- Michelle: who is like God?
- Kristin: follower of Christ
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Meaning of each word
- Dora: gift, present
- Frisca: ancient, of former times
- Agita: good
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Dora Ira
Meaning of each word
- Dora: gift, present
- Ira: watchful, vigilant
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Christiani Dora Lasmaria
Meaning of each word
- Christiani: follower of Christ
- Dora: gift, present
- Lasmaria: joy; Mary, whose meaning is disputed
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Dora Michaela
Meaning of each word
- Dora: gift, present
- Michaela: who can equal God?
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Meaning of each word
- Dora: gift, present
- Tanya: of the family of Tatius
- Yona: dove
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How to pronounce Dora
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦢꦺꦴꦫ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮓᮧᮛ |
Is Dora a girl’s name?
Yes, Dora is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 8% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Dora ranks #743 among girl names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Dora
Names with related meanings
Famous people named Dora
- Dora Marie Sigar · b. 1921
- Dora Multa Sari · b. 1983
- Dora · b. 1973
- Dora Aredeani Sofiastuti · b. 1988
- Dora Kalesaran
- Dora Lovita · b. 1991
- Dora Novyanti Ritonga · b. 1986
FAQ about the name Dora
What is the meaning of Dora?
Dora means gift, present. Usually a short form of European names such as Dorothea or Theodora. The element -dora comes from Greek dōron, 'gift'.
Is Dora a girl’s name?
Yes, Dora is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 8% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Dora?
Dora is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Dora have?
Dora has 2 syllables (Do-ra) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Dora?
Dora ranks #743 among girl names in our data sample (13 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Dora?
Some ideas: Dora Michelle Kristin; Dora Frisca Agita; Dora Ira.
Famous people named Dora?
Notable people named Dora include Dora Marie Sigar, Dora Multa Sari, Dora.
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