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Doretta

doh-RET-ah3 syllables
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Derived from the Greek name Dōra, meaning 'gift'. (Human)

What does Doretta mean?

Human: Derived from the Greek name Dōra, meaning 'gift'.. Doretta is a diminutive form of the name Dora, which comes from the Greek word 'doron', meaning 'gift'.

Is Doretta a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Say it out loud a few times in your best across-the-park voice before you commit.

Doretta in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Doretta in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Doretta suit?

Classic
Human name

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Doretta's Arrival

The dogs at the hotel are wagging their tails in excitement! They can’t wait to meet Doretta, the ‘gift’! What do you think her talent will be? Sniffing out the best napping spots or winning at cuddle contests?

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