Dora Triplett

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dora Triplett — Greek
130K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dora Triplett 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 Triplett: Bill Triplett (born 1940), American football player Coaker Triplett (1911–1992), American baseball player Constance Triplett, American politician Dave Triplett (born 1950), American football coach Donald Triplett (1933–2023), American man who was the first person diagnosed as autistic Ernie Triplett (1906–1934), American racecar driver Frank Triplett (1885–1967), Australian rules footballer George Washington Triplett (1809–1894), American Confederate politician Irene Triplett (1930–2020), American Civil War pensioner Jaidyn Triplett (born 2010), American actress and singer Kirk Triplett (born . 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: Triplett

English

Bill Triplett (born 1940), American football player Coaker Triplett (1911–1992), American baseball player Constance Triplett, American politician Dave Triplett (born 1950), American football coach Donald Triplett (1933–2023), American man who was the first person diagnosed as autistic Ernie Triplett (1906–1934), American racecar driver Frank Triplett (1885–1967), Australian rules footballer George Washington Triplett (1809–1894), American Confederate politician Irene Triplett (1930–2020), American Civil War pensioner Jaidyn Triplett (born 2010), American actress and singer Kirk Triplett (born .

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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 Triplett

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 Triplett:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

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

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 Triplett?
The surname Triplett originates from English. Bill Triplett (born 1940), American football player Coaker Triplett (1911–1992), American baseball player Constance Triplett, American politician Dave Triplett (born 1950), American football coach Donald Triplett (1933–2023), American man who was the first person diagnosed as autistic Ernie Triplett (1906–1934), American racecar driver Frank Triplett (1885–1967), Australian rules footballer George Washington Triplett (1809–1894), American Confederate politician Irene Triplett (1930–2020), American Civil War pensioner Jaidyn Triplett (born 2010), American actress and singer Kirk Triplett (born .
What are the origins of the name Dora Triplett?
The name Dora Triplett combines two different traditions: the first name Dora has Greek roots, while the surname Triplett originates from English.
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