Doris
Meaning
Sea
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈdɔɹɪs/
Traits associated with the name Doris:
Dogs named Doris tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and friendship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Doris?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pets unique names. It also suggests that you have a fondness for classic names.
Is Doris a good dog name?
Doris has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Doris isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Doris is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Doris was, in the past month, the 3080th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Doris is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Doris was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Doris's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Doris is most adored in Louisiana, South Carolina and Florida.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, Michigan and Virginia.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Doris.
Most popular breeds named Doris:
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Dachshund
- Boxer
- Jack Russell Terrier
Doris is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular in the 1950s, it's now more associated with vintage Hollywood starlets.
funny
Associations with old-fashioned human names evoke humor in pet naming.
british
Popular British name, often used in literature and media.
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