Dorris is a variant of the name Doris, which itself derives from the Greek name Δωρίς (Doris), meaning “Dorian woman.” The Dorians were a Greek tribe that occupied the Peloponnese beginning in the 12th century BCE. In Greek mythology, Doris was a sea nymph, one of the Oceanids, daughters of Oceanus and Tethys. The name Doris began to be used in English during the 19th century. The variant form Dorris, while less common, arose as a spelling variation.Popularity and DistributionDorris has seen only sporadic usage as a first name in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, where it never entered the top 1,000 names. As a surname, however, Dorris has a stronger presence. According to the 2010 United States Census, Dorris ranks as the 5,251st most common surname in the U.S., borne by about 6,644 individuals. The surname is most frequent among White (approx. 81%) and Black or African American (approx. 13%) populations.Notable BearersWhile no widely known famous individuals bear Dorris as a given name, its root name Doris can claim notable figures such as American actress and singer Doris Day (1924–2019). The city of Dorris, California, also carries the name, and the surname has several bearers in fields such as literature (for example, Michael Dorris, author and anthropologist). However, the first name Dorris remains more of a relic or distinctive variation.Meaning: Variant of Doris, “Dorian woman”Origin: GreekGender: FemaleFirst Name Usage: EnglishSurname Usage: EnglishRelated Names: Doris (root), Dory (diminutive), Dóris (Portuguese)