Doris Sturgeon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Doris Sturgeon — Greek
519K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Doris Sturgeon 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 Sturgeon: Al Sturgeon (born 1956), American politician from Iowa Barbara Sturgeon, British broadcaster Bobby Sturgeon (1919–2007), American baseball infielder Cecil Sturgeon (1919–1972), American football offensive tackle Connor Sturgeon (1998–2023), American mass shooter Daniel Sturgeon (1789–1878), American physician, banker, and politician from Pennsylvania Fábio Sturgeon (born 1994), Portuguese footballer Henry Sturgeon (died 1814), British Army officer of the Napoleonic Wars Lyle Sturgeon (1914–1958), Canadian-born American football tackle Michael Sturgeon (born 1958), English cricketer Nicola Stur. 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: Sturgeon

Portuguese

Al Sturgeon (born 1956), American politician from Iowa Barbara Sturgeon, British broadcaster Bobby Sturgeon (1919–2007), American baseball infielder Cecil Sturgeon (1919–1972), American football offensive tackle Connor Sturgeon (1998–2023), American mass shooter Daniel Sturgeon (1789–1878), American physician, banker, and politician from Pennsylvania Fábio Sturgeon (born 1994), Portuguese footballer Henry Sturgeon (died 1814), British Army officer of the Napoleonic Wars Lyle Sturgeon (1914–1958), Canadian-born American football tackle Michael Sturgeon (born 1958), English cricketer Nicola Stur.

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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 Sturgeon

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 Sturgeon:

4
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Sturgeon?
The surname Sturgeon originates from Portuguese. Al Sturgeon (born 1956), American politician from Iowa Barbara Sturgeon, British broadcaster Bobby Sturgeon (1919–2007), American baseball infielder Cecil Sturgeon (1919–1972), American football offensive tackle Connor Sturgeon (1998–2023), American mass shooter Daniel Sturgeon (1789–1878), American physician, banker, and politician from Pennsylvania Fábio Sturgeon (born 1994), Portuguese footballer Henry Sturgeon (died 1814), British Army officer of the Napoleonic Wars Lyle Sturgeon (1914–1958), Canadian-born American football tackle Michael Sturgeon (born 1958), English cricketer Nicola Stur.
What are the origins of the name Doris Sturgeon?
The name Doris Sturgeon combines two different traditions: the first name Doris has Greek roots, while the surname Sturgeon originates from Portuguese.
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