What Does the Name Dorinda Mean
The name Dorinda comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Dorinda below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Dorinda Name Meaning
EnglishCombination of DORA and the name suffix inda. It was apparently coined by the English writers John Dryden and William D'Avenant for their play 'The Enchanted Island' (1667). In the play, a loose adaptation of...
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