Dora Broome

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dora Broome — Greek
130K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dora Broome 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 Broome: Surname Albert Broome (1900–1989), British soccer player Bob Broome, American football coach Christopher Edmund Broome (1812–1886), British mycologist David Broome (born 1940), British equestrian Ernest James Broome (1908–1975), Canadian politician Emilia Broomé (1866–1925), Swedish politician, feminist and peace activist Frank Broome (1915–1994), English footballer Frederick Broome (1842–1896), Australian politician Harvey Broome (1902–1968), American lawyer, writer and conservationist Ian Broome (born 1960), English cricketer Jack Broome (1901–1985), Royal Navy officer James E. 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: Broome

English

Surname Albert Broome (1900–1989), British soccer player Bob Broome, American football coach Christopher Edmund Broome (1812–1886), British mycologist David Broome (born 1940), British equestrian Ernest James Broome (1908–1975), Canadian politician Emilia Broomé (1866–1925), Swedish politician, feminist and peace activist Frank Broome (1915–1994), English footballer Frederick Broome (1842–1896), Australian politician Harvey Broome (1902–1968), American lawyer, writer and conservationist Ian Broome (born 1960), English cricketer Jack Broome (1901–1985), Royal Navy officer James E.

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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 Broome

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 Broome:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Broome?
The surname Broome originates from English. Surname Albert Broome (1900–1989), British soccer player Bob Broome, American football coach Christopher Edmund Broome (1812–1886), British mycologist David Broome (born 1940), British equestrian Ernest James Broome (1908–1975), Canadian politician Emilia Broomé (1866–1925), Swedish politician, feminist and peace activist Frank Broome (1915–1994), English footballer Frederick Broome (1842–1896), Australian politician Harvey Broome (1902–1968), American lawyer, writer and conservationist Ian Broome (born 1960), English cricketer Jack Broome (1901–1985), Royal Navy officer James E.
What are the origins of the name Dora Broome?
The name Dora Broome combines two different traditions: the first name Dora has Greek roots, while the surname Broome originates from English.
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