Doreena

Variation of Dora; also Anglicized variation of Irish Doireann

"sullen"

Doreena Origin and Meaning

The name Doreena is a girl's name.

Doreena is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Doreen or an elaboration of Dora. Doreen originated as a diminutive form of Dorothy (meaning "gift of God" from Greek) and gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the early to mid-20th century. The variant Doreena adds an extra syllable, giving the name a more flowing, elaborate quality. The name has a vintage charm characteristic of names popular in the 1930s-1950s. While less common than Doreen, Doreena offers a slightly more distinctive alternative with the same friendly, approachable qualities. The name has a gentle sound and carries associations of sweetness and warmth from its more common variants.

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