Dorothy
/ˈdɔrθi/
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Dorothy, of Greek origin, derives from 'Dorothea', meaning 'gift of God' or associated with the laurel tree and bell-shaped flowers. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the early 20th century, often evoking charm, elegance, and a sense of timeless grace. The name is also linked to literary and cultural figures, such as Dorothy Gale from 'The Wizard of Oz.'
Dorothy West
Novelist, The Wedding
Dorothy Tutin
Actor, Savage Messiah
Dorothy Tree
Actor, City of Darkness
Dorothy Thompson
Journalist, I Saw Hitler!
Dorothy A. Terrell
Business, VP at NMS Communications, 1998-2002
Dorothy Stratten
Actor, Actress, centerfold
Dorothy Stickney
Actor, Broadway star of Life With Father
Dorothy Walker Stapleton
Relative, Cousin of George W. Bush
Dorothy L. Sayers
Novelist, Lord Peter Wimsey detective novels
Dorothy Richardson
Novelist, Pilgrimage novel sequence
Dorothy Revier
Actor, The Dance of Life
Dorothy Provine
Actor, The Roaring 20's
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