Doris Claiborne

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Doris Claiborne — Greek
519K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Doris Claiborne is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Doris is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Doris is a predominantly feminine given name of Greek origin meaning Dorian woman. The name of the ethnic group is said to be derived from the name of the mythical founder Dorus, taken from Greek dōron, meaning gift. Doris was a sea goddess, wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids in Greek mythology. As a feminine name, Doris was most popular in the Anglosphere in the late 19th century and early 20th century. It has also been particularly well used in German-speaking countries. The name is also in rare use as a male name. The surname Claiborne: Surname Billy Claiborne (1860–1882), American outlaw Lindy Boggs (Corinne Claiborne Boggs, 1916–2013), American politician from Louisiana and diplomat Chris Claiborne (born 1978), American football player Craig Claiborne (1920–2000), American food writer and columnist Demond Claiborne (born 2003), American football player Ferdinand Claiborne (1773–1815), American military officer Harry C. Claiborne (1859–1918), American lighthouse keeper Harry E. Doris is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 519K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Doris reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Doris

Greek

Doris is a predominantly feminine given name of Greek origin meaning Dorian woman. The name of the ethnic group is said to be derived from the name of the mythical founder Dorus, taken from Greek dōron, meaning gift. Doris was a sea goddess, wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids in Greek mythology. As a feminine name, Doris was most popular in the Anglosphere in the late 19th century and early 20th century. It has also been particularly well used in German-speaking countries. The name is also in rare use as a male name.

Surname: Claiborne

English

Surname Billy Claiborne (1860–1882), American outlaw Lindy Boggs (Corinne Claiborne Boggs, 1916–2013), American politician from Louisiana and diplomat Chris Claiborne (born 1978), American football player Craig Claiborne (1920–2000), American food writer and columnist Demond Claiborne (born 2003), American football player Ferdinand Claiborne (1773–1815), American military officer Harry C. Claiborne (1859–1918), American lighthouse keeper Harry E.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Doris Claiborne

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 Doris Claiborne:

9
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Doris?
The first name Doris originates from Greek. Doris is a predominantly feminine given name of Greek origin meaning Dorian woman. The name of the ethnic group is said to be derived from the name of the mythical founder Dorus, taken from Greek dōron, meaning gift. Doris was a sea goddess, wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids in Greek mythology. As a feminine name, Doris was most popular in the Anglosphere in the late 19th century and early 20th century. It has also been particularly well used in German-speaking countries. The name is also in rare use as a male name.
When was Doris most popular?
The name Doris reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Claiborne?
The surname Claiborne originates from English. Surname Billy Claiborne (1860–1882), American outlaw Lindy Boggs (Corinne Claiborne Boggs, 1916–2013), American politician from Louisiana and diplomat Chris Claiborne (born 1978), American football player Craig Claiborne (1920–2000), American food writer and columnist Demond Claiborne (born 2003), American football player Ferdinand Claiborne (1773–1815), American military officer Harry C. Claiborne (1859–1918), American lighthouse keeper Harry E.
What are the origins of the name Doris Claiborne?
The name Doris Claiborne combines two different traditions: the first name Doris has Greek roots, while the surname Claiborne originates from English.
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