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Dorsey

As per its English origins, the meaning of Dorsey is ‘from Orsay in France’, as it was a habitational name used to refer to people who lived in Orsay. The name was brought over by the Norman Invasion in 1066. The name can also mean 'dark' or 'a habitation' and it is commonly used as a surname. In the Celtic culture, the name Dorsey refers to somebody who lives in Dorset. It is a name that can be used for either gender, as it is gender-neutral. Famous people that share this name are Dean Dorsey, who is a Canadian footballer, the novelist Anne Hanson Dorsey, the politician Clement Dorsey and Glenn Dorsey, who is an American footballer.

Gender

Boy

Of course, this is a neutral name.

Meaning

from Orsay

Origin

English from French

Numerology

D is for desire, your thoughts do aspire.

O is for old fashioned, you cherish the past.

R is for rely, everyone’s trustworthy friend.

S is for serious, not always joking.

E is for endear, all those you touch.

Y is for youthful, your eternal look.

Lucky

Dorsey lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Dorsey

  • Marie Antoinette (born Maria Antonia Josepha Johanna) Queen consort of Louis XVI of France
  • Ryan Dorsey American actor
  • Christopher Dorsey American rapper
  • Josey Hollis Dorsey son of actors Naya Rivera and Ryan Dorsey
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Dorsey in Pop Culture

  • Jimmy Dorsey Big Band Leader, 1930s,1950s
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