Dorothea
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Dorothea is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "gift of God".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Greek
Religion
Christian
Popularity
8 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
8 letters
Meaning
gift of God
Etymology
Derived from the Greek name Dorotheos, the feminine form of Dorotheos, composed of doron (gift) and theos (god).
Famous People Named Dorothea
- Dorothea Lange — American photojournalist (1895-1965)
- Dorothea of Denmark, Duchess of Brunswick-Lüneburg — Duchess consort of Brunswick-Lüneburg
- Dorothea of Caesarea — Catholic saint
- Dorothea von Schlegel — German novelist and translator
- Dorothea Wieck — German actress (1908-1986)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dorothea
What does the name Dorothea mean?
Dorothea means "gift of God", and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Dorothea?
Dorothea originates from Greek, commonly used in Europe.
Is Dorothea a boy or girl name?
Dorothea is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Dorothea associated with?
Dorothea is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Dorothea?
Yes — notable people named Dorothea include Dorothea Lange (American photojournalist, 1895-1965), Dorothea of Denmark, Duchess of Brunswick-Lüneburg (Duchess consort of Brunswick-Lüneburg), Dorothea of Caesarea (Catholic saint), Dorothea von Schlegel (German novelist and translator) and Dorothea Wieck (German actress, 1908-1986).
Last updated: June 2026