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Dot
How to Pronounce Dot
Pronounced DOT /ˈdɒt/High
Meaning: A short pet form of Dorothy, from the Greek Dorothea, 'gift of God.' Used as a standalone name, Dot is small, vintage and cheerful.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Dot is a short form of Dorothy, from the Greek Dorothea, 'gift of God.' Once a common nickname, it now reads as a spunky vintage stand-alone, rare and cheerful in the U.S. (said 'DOT').
As a full name it appears only rarely in the U.S. Small, retro, and bright.
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What does the name Dot mean?
Dot is a pet form of Dorothy, from the Greek for 'gift of God.'
How do you pronounce Dot?
It's said DOT /ˈdɒt/ — one syllable.
Is Dot a boy or girl name?
Dot is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Dot?
Dot is rare as a full name in the U.S. today.