Doris (given name)
The Nereides by Gaston Bussière. Doris was the mother of the Nereids, one of whom was also named Doris in Greek mythology. | |
| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Greek |
| Origin | |
| Meaning | Dorian woman, gift |
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| Related names | Dorice, Dorise, Dorris, Dorys, Doryse, Dorrys |
Doris is a predominantly feminine given name of Greek origin meaning Dorian woman. The name of the ethnic group is said to be derived from the name of the mythical founder Dorus, taken from Greek dōron, meaning gift. Doris was a sea goddess, wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids in Greek mythology.