Dora
GirlGreek
Dora is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Gift".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Greek
Popularity
14 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Gift
Etymology
Dora is a female name of Greek origin, being a shortened form or derived from Dorothea (Dorothy) and Theodora, meaning "gift" or in its full form "god's gift", from δῶρον, doron, "gift" + θεός, theos, "god". The name Dora can also be a short form of other names containing -dora such as Eudora and Isadora (Isidora). Dora was used as an English equivalent for the name Doirend or Doireann in Ireland.
Famous People Named Dora
- Dora Venter — Hungarian pornographic actress
- Dora Doll — French actress (1922–2015)
- Dora Kallmus — Austrian photographer (1881-1963)
- Dora — Russian singer-songwriter
Frequently Asked Questions About Dora
What does the name Dora mean?
Dora means "Gift", and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Dora?
Dora originates from Greek.
Is Dora a boy or girl name?
Dora is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Dora?
Yes — notable people named Dora include Dora Venter (Hungarian pornographic actress), Dora Doll (French actress, 1922–2015), Dora Kallmus (Austrian photographer, 1881-1963) and Dora (Russian singer-songwriter).
Last updated: June 2026