Doris Suter

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Doris Suter — Greek
519K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Doris Suter 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 Suter: Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute. 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: Suter

English

Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute.

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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 Suter

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 Suter:

4
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Suter?
The surname Suter originates from English. Alexis P. Suter (born 1963), American singer and songwriter Andrew Burn Suter (1830–1895), New Zealand bishop Andrina Suter (born 1992), Swiss dressage rider August Suter (1887–1965), Swiss sculptor Bob Suter (1957–2014), American ice hockey player Bob Suter (Australian footballer) (1928–2016), Australian footballer Bob Suter (English footballer) (1880–1945), English footballer Brent Suter (born 1989), American baseball player Corinne Suter (born 1994), Swiss Alpine skier Eskil Suter, Swiss motorcycle road racer and chassis constructor Fabienne Suter (born 1985), Swiss Alpine skier Fergus Sute.
What are the origins of the name Doris Suter?
The name Doris Suter combines two different traditions: the first name Doris has Greek roots, while the surname Suter originates from English.
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