Dorothy Faust

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dorothy Faust — gift of God
1.1 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dorothy Faust is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Dorothy is a feminine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Dorothea (Δωροθέα), meaning "gift of God." The name was reversed to create Theodore (God's gift). The surname Faust: Faust is a surname of German origin, borne by the following people: Albert Bernhardt Faust (1870–1951), scholar of German-American studies Aleksandra Faust, Serbian-American computer scientist, AI researcher, and technology executive Avraham Faust, Israeli archaeologist and professor at Bar-Ilan University Beatrice Faust (1939–2019), Australian author and women's activist David Faust (born 1955), author and president of Cincinnati Christian University Drew Gilpin Faust (born 1947), historian and president of Harvard University Johann Georg Faust (1480–1541), itinerant alchemist, astrologer and. Dorothy is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.1 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dorothy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dorothy

Meaning: gift of God

Greek

From the Greek Dorothea (Δωροθέα), meaning "gift of God." The name was reversed to create Theodore (God's gift).

Surname: Faust

English

Faust is a surname of German origin, borne by the following people: Albert Bernhardt Faust (1870–1951), scholar of German-American studies Aleksandra Faust, Serbian-American computer scientist, AI researcher, and technology executive Avraham Faust, Israeli archaeologist and professor at Bar-Ilan University Beatrice Faust (1939–2019), Australian author and women's activist David Faust (born 1955), author and president of Cincinnati Christian University Drew Gilpin Faust (born 1947), historian and president of Harvard University Johann Georg Faust (1480–1541), itinerant alchemist, astrologer and.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 10%
Greece 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Dorothy Faust:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Dorothy?
The first name Dorothy originates from Greek. From the Greek Dorothea (Δωροθέα), meaning "gift of God." The name was reversed to create Theodore (God's gift).
When was Dorothy most popular?
The name Dorothy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Faust?
The surname Faust originates from English. Faust is a surname of German origin, borne by the following people: Albert Bernhardt Faust (1870–1951), scholar of German-American studies Aleksandra Faust, Serbian-American computer scientist, AI researcher, and technology executive Avraham Faust, Israeli archaeologist and professor at Bar-Ilan University Beatrice Faust (1939–2019), Australian author and women's activist David Faust (born 1955), author and president of Cincinnati Christian University Drew Gilpin Faust (born 1947), historian and president of Harvard University Johann Georg Faust (1480–1541), itinerant alchemist, astrologer and.
What are the origins of the name Dorothy Faust?
The name Dorothy Faust combines two different traditions: the first name Dorothy has Greek roots, while the surname Faust originates from English.
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