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DoreliaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Gift of God

Pronunciation: dor-EE-lee-ah

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Name
Dorelia
Meaning
Gift of God
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dor-EE-lee-ah
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dorelia mean?

Dorelia is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Gift of God". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: dor-EE-lee-ah. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Δωρέλια

Δωρεά του Θεού, φως της ζωής

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dor-EE-lee-ah

IPA

/dɔːrˈiːliːə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Dorelia is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Gift of God. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

PinkBlue

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Nurturing, healing, and loving

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of divine blessings and gifts.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Dorelia holds a rich cultural history, particularly within Christian communities. Named after the ancient Greek saint Dorothy, Dorelia is a symbol of purity, innocence, and strength in the face of adversity. The name has been passed down through generations and continues to be a popular choice for Christian parents today.
Dorelia is a powerful name imbued with spiritual significance. It represents the belief that each person is a unique and valuable creation of God. The name is a reminder of the power of faith and the beauty of purity, encouraging individuals to strive for spiritual growth and closeness to the divine.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Dorelia is mentioned in the 13th-century manuscript 'Liber de nominibus' as a variant of Dorothea. The name Dorelia carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

13th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Doris Day

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Dorelia

Gift of God, light of life, rose of God

🇮🇱Hebrew

דורליה

מתנה של אלוהים, אור החיים, ורוד של אל

🇬🇷Greek

Δωρέλια

Δωρεά του Θεού, φως της ζωής

🇮🇹Latin

Dorelia

Donum Dei, lux vitae

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