Dora Bastien

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dora Bastien — Greek
130K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dora Bastien is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Dora is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Dora (Greek: Δώρα) is a female name of Greek origin, being a shortened form or derived from Dorothea (Dorothy) and Theodora (masculine Theodore), meaning "gift" or in its full form "god's gift", from δῶρον, doron, "gift" + θεός, theos, "god". The name Dora can also be a short form of other names containing -dora such as Eudora and Isadora (Isidora). Dora was used as an English equivalent for the name Doirend or Doireann in Ireland. Doreen, Dorian, and Dorinda are other examples of names from the same root form. The surname Bastien: Bastien Augusto (born 1999), French runner Bastien Auzeil (born 1989), French decathlon athlete Bastien Bernard (born 1976), French football midfielder Bastien Bouillon, French actor Bastien Chesaux (born 1991), Swiss motorcycle racer Bastien Coriton (born 1981), French politician Bastien Damiens (1995–2015), French slalom canoeist Bastien Fuster (born 1992), French rugby union player Bastien Geiger (born 1985), Swiss football right back Bastien Héry (born 1992), French football midfielder Bastien Lecouffe-Deharme (born 1982), French visual artist and novelist Bastien Marchive (born 1990), Fre. Dora is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 130K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dora reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dora

Greek

Dora (Greek: Δώρα) is a female name of Greek origin, being a shortened form or derived from Dorothea (Dorothy) and Theodora (masculine Theodore), meaning "gift" or in its full form "god's gift", from δῶρον, doron, "gift" + θεός, theos, "god". The name Dora can also be a short form of other names containing -dora such as Eudora and Isadora (Isidora). Dora was used as an English equivalent for the name Doirend or Doireann in Ireland. Doreen, Dorian, and Dorinda are other examples of names from the same root form.

Surname: Bastien

French

Bastien Augusto (born 1999), French runner Bastien Auzeil (born 1989), French decathlon athlete Bastien Bernard (born 1976), French football midfielder Bastien Bouillon, French actor Bastien Chesaux (born 1991), Swiss motorcycle racer Bastien Coriton (born 1981), French politician Bastien Damiens (1995–2015), French slalom canoeist Bastien Fuster (born 1992), French rugby union player Bastien Geiger (born 1985), Swiss football right back Bastien Héry (born 1992), French football midfielder Bastien Lecouffe-Deharme (born 1982), French visual artist and novelist Bastien Marchive (born 1990), Fre.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Dora is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Dora by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Dora Bastien

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dora Bastien:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Dora?
The first name Dora originates from Greek. Dora (Greek: Δώρα) is a female name of Greek origin, being a shortened form or derived from Dorothea (Dorothy) and Theodora (masculine Theodore), meaning "gift" or in its full form "god's gift", from δῶρον, doron, "gift" + θεός, theos, "god". The name Dora can also be a short form of other names containing -dora such as Eudora and Isadora (Isidora). Dora was used as an English equivalent for the name Doirend or Doireann in Ireland. Doreen, Dorian, and Dorinda are other examples of names from the same root form.
When was Dora most popular?
The name Dora reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bastien?
The surname Bastien originates from French. Bastien Augusto (born 1999), French runner Bastien Auzeil (born 1989), French decathlon athlete Bastien Bernard (born 1976), French football midfielder Bastien Bouillon, French actor Bastien Chesaux (born 1991), Swiss motorcycle racer Bastien Coriton (born 1981), French politician Bastien Damiens (1995–2015), French slalom canoeist Bastien Fuster (born 1992), French rugby union player Bastien Geiger (born 1985), Swiss football right back Bastien Héry (born 1992), French football midfielder Bastien Lecouffe-Deharme (born 1982), French visual artist and novelist Bastien Marchive (born 1990), Fre.
What are the origins of the name Dora Bastien?
The name Dora Bastien combines two different traditions: the first name Dora has Greek roots, while the surname Bastien originates from French.
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