Doreen Tingle

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Doreen Tingle — Greek
54K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Doreen Tingle is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Doreen is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Doreen (UK: DOR-een, US: dor-EEN), also occasionally spelt Dorean or Dorine, is a feminine given name, usually found in English-speaking countries. It is a combination of Dora with the suffix -een, which is related to the -ín suffix used in Irish, usually signifying small size or as an endearment. Dora is a variant of Dorothy / Dorothea, which derives from the Late Greek name Δωρόθεος (Dorotheos), which meant "gift of god" (from δῶρον/doron meaning "gift" and θεός/theos meaning "god". It is thus related to many other feminine given names, including Dorian, Dorinda, Theodora and Isidora. The surname Tingle: Henry Tingle Wilde (1872–1912), chief officer on the Titanic Surname Aubrey Tingle, Canadian pediatrician Chuck Tingle, pseudonymous author of gay niche erotica Jack Tingle (1924–1958), American basketball player Jimmy Tingle (born 1955), American comedian John Tingle (1931–2022), Australian journalist and politician, father of Laura Laura Tingle (born 1961), Australian journalist Sam Tingle (1921–2008), Rhodesian racing driver Scott D. Tingle (born 1965), American NASA astronaut Tim Tingle, native American storyteller Eve Tingle, the titular character from the black comedy film Teaching Mrs. Doreen is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 54K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Doreen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Doreen

Greek

Doreen (UK: DOR-een, US: dor-EEN), also occasionally spelt Dorean or Dorine, is a feminine given name, usually found in English-speaking countries. It is a combination of Dora with the suffix -een, which is related to the -ín suffix used in Irish, usually signifying small size or as an endearment. Dora is a variant of Dorothy / Dorothea, which derives from the Late Greek name Δωρόθεος (Dorotheos), which meant "gift of god" (from δῶρον/doron meaning "gift" and θεός/theos meaning "god". It is thus related to many other feminine given names, including Dorian, Dorinda, Theodora and Isidora.

Surname: Tingle

English

Henry Tingle Wilde (1872–1912), chief officer on the Titanic Surname Aubrey Tingle, Canadian pediatrician Chuck Tingle, pseudonymous author of gay niche erotica Jack Tingle (1924–1958), American basketball player Jimmy Tingle (born 1955), American comedian John Tingle (1931–2022), Australian journalist and politician, father of Laura Laura Tingle (born 1961), Australian journalist Sam Tingle (1921–2008), Rhodesian racing driver Scott D. Tingle (born 1965), American NASA astronaut Tim Tingle, native American storyteller Eve Tingle, the titular character from the black comedy film Teaching Mrs.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Doreen Tingle

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 Doreen Tingle:

11
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Doreen?
The first name Doreen originates from Greek. Doreen (UK: DOR-een, US: dor-EEN), also occasionally spelt Dorean or Dorine, is a feminine given name, usually found in English-speaking countries. It is a combination of Dora with the suffix -een, which is related to the -ín suffix used in Irish, usually signifying small size or as an endearment. Dora is a variant of Dorothy / Dorothea, which derives from the Late Greek name Δωρόθεος (Dorotheos), which meant "gift of god" (from δῶρον/doron meaning "gift" and θεός/theos meaning "god". It is thus related to many other feminine given names, including Dorian, Dorinda, Theodora and Isidora.
When was Doreen most popular?
The name Doreen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Tingle?
The surname Tingle originates from English. Henry Tingle Wilde (1872–1912), chief officer on the Titanic Surname Aubrey Tingle, Canadian pediatrician Chuck Tingle, pseudonymous author of gay niche erotica Jack Tingle (1924–1958), American basketball player Jimmy Tingle (born 1955), American comedian John Tingle (1931–2022), Australian journalist and politician, father of Laura Laura Tingle (born 1961), Australian journalist Sam Tingle (1921–2008), Rhodesian racing driver Scott D. Tingle (born 1965), American NASA astronaut Tim Tingle, native American storyteller Eve Tingle, the titular character from the black comedy film Teaching Mrs.
What are the origins of the name Doreen Tingle?
The name Doreen Tingle combines two different traditions: the first name Doreen has Greek roots, while the surname Tingle originates from English.
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