Greek · Girl name
Dorcas
“gazelle”
About the name Dorcas
Dorcas is a feminine name of Greek origin, meaning ‘gazelle’. It is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Tabitha, which carries the same meaning. In the New Testament, Dorcas is known for her good works and charity, particularly in the Book of Acts. The name reflects qualities of grace and beauty, akin to the gazelle.
- Meaning
- gazelle
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- DOR-kas(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Dorcas
- Dorcas Marie
- Dorcas Rose
- Dorcas Lynn
- Dorcas Joy
- Dorcas Anne
Questions about Dorcas
- What does Dorcas mean?
- Dorcas is a Greek name meaning "gazelle".
- How do you pronounce Dorcas?
- Dorcas is pronounced DOR-kas, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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