Female Name
Dottie
ˈdɑt.i
ˈdɒt.i
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
Aphmau characters
baseball players
country music singers
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
Disney characters
ends in -ie
gospel musicians
Hunters characters
Marvel characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
65/100
classic80%
youthful80%
informal120%
common80%
natural80%
wholesome140%
delicate65%
simple160%
comedic100%
Meaning & Etymology
Dottie or Dotty is a feminine given name or nickname, most often a short form of Dorothy. The name Dorothy itself is of Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God'. Dottie is commonly used as a diminutive or affectionate form of Dorothy, reflecting a sense of familiarity and endearment.
Etymology
Original Form:
Dorothy
Evolution:
Dottie evolved as a diminutive form of Dorothy, likely through informal usage and affectionate nicknaming practices.
Source:
Greek origin, meaning 'gift of God'.