Dorleen
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Dorleen
The name 'Dorleen' is a modern English variant of 'Doreen', which is derived from the Irish name 'Dóirín' meaning "sullen" or "brooding," ultimately from the Irish word 'dóir' (sad).
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Etymology
The name 'Dorleen' is a modern English variant of 'Doreen', which is derived from the Irish name 'Dóirín' meaning "sullen" or "brooding," ultimately from the Irish word 'dóir' (sad). It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and the United States, with no specific religious association and no notable historical figures of significance.
Dorleen currently ranks #5,620 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1943.
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