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The baby name Doris is a Girl name 2 syllables long and is pronounced DOOR-iss.
Doris is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Doris is a girl name 2 syllables long and is pronounced DOOR-iss.
Doris is Greek in Origin.
Doris is a name of Greek origin, meaning "gift of the ocean." In Greek mythology, Doris was a sea nymph and the daughter of Oceanus and Tethys. The name was popularized in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States and United Kingdom. It was a top 10 name for girls in the US from 1922 to 1930, and remained in the top 100 until the 1960s.
Doris is typically a female name, although it has been used for males in some cultures. The pronunciation of Doris is DOR-iss, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two syllables, with the first syllable being derived from the Greek word "doron" meaning "gift" and the second syllable being derived from the Greek word "doros" meaning "ocean."
The name Doris has been borne by several notable individuals, including American actress Doris Day and British novelist Doris Lessing. It has also been used in popular culture, such as the character Doris Ziffel in the television show "Green Acres." While the name has declined in popularity in recent years, it remains a classic and timeless choice for parents seeking a traditional name with a strong meaning.
Georgia Tennant
In The Bill, she played Abigail Nixon, the daughter of Detective Inspector Samantha Nixon. In the Doctor Who episode "The Doctor's Daughter," she played Jenny, the Doctor's daughter, and Lady Vivian in the show Merlin.
David Tennant
He is most remembered for his appearances as The Doctor in the BBC science fiction series Doctor Who, as well as Giacomo Casanova in the BBC comedy-drama serial Casanova.
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