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The meaning and history of the name Dolly.


DOLLY

Diminutive of DOROTHY. Doll and Dolly were used from the 16th century, and the common English word doll (for the plaything) is derived from them. In modern times this name is also sometimes used as a diminutive of DOLORES.


Usage: English
Short Forms: DORETTA, DORITA
Famous People: Dolly Partonwiki (Singer, 1946, United States)
Popularity: *Popularity is given by the percentage of usage over the years.