Dora Burmeister

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dora Burmeister — Greek
130K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dora Burmeister 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 Burmeister: Burmeister is a surname of German origin. In zoology "Burmeister" refers to: Ernst-Gerhard Burmeister, German entomologist Hermann Burmeister (1807–1892), German zoologist also in botany "Burmeist." Other people named Burmeister include: Annelies Burmeister (1928–1988), German contralto Arnold Burmeister (1899–1988), German military commander Carl Christian Burmeister (1821–1898), Danish engineer, co-founder of Burmeister & Wain Christfried Burmeister (1898–1965), Estonian speedskater Danny Burmeister (born 1963), American football player Eileen Burmeister (born 1924), American baseball player. 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: Burmeister

English

Burmeister is a surname of German origin. In zoology "Burmeister" refers to: Ernst-Gerhard Burmeister, German entomologist Hermann Burmeister (1807–1892), German zoologist also in botany "Burmeist." Other people named Burmeister include: Annelies Burmeister (1928–1988), German contralto Arnold Burmeister (1899–1988), German military commander Carl Christian Burmeister (1821–1898), Danish engineer, co-founder of Burmeister & Wain Christfried Burmeister (1898–1965), Estonian speedskater Danny Burmeister (born 1963), American football player Eileen Burmeister (born 1924), American baseball player.

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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 Burmeister

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 Burmeister:

6
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Burmeister?
The surname Burmeister originates from English. Burmeister is a surname of German origin. In zoology "Burmeister" refers to: Ernst-Gerhard Burmeister, German entomologist Hermann Burmeister (1807–1892), German zoologist also in botany "Burmeist." Other people named Burmeister include: Annelies Burmeister (1928–1988), German contralto Arnold Burmeister (1899–1988), German military commander Carl Christian Burmeister (1821–1898), Danish engineer, co-founder of Burmeister & Wain Christfried Burmeister (1898–1965), Estonian speedskater Danny Burmeister (born 1963), American football player Eileen Burmeister (born 1924), American baseball player.
What are the origins of the name Dora Burmeister?
The name Dora Burmeister combines two different traditions: the first name Dora has Greek roots, while the surname Burmeister originates from English.
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