Dolline
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Dolly or Doll.
Name Census estimates that about 20 living Americans carry the first name Dolline. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Dolline today is around 77 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dolline births was 1933 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dolline. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Dolline is about 77 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Dollines were born before 1959.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Dolline. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
20
~ 1 in 17,137,717 Americans
Peak year
1933
7 babies that year
Average age
77
years old
1957 SSA rank
#5,576
Tracked since 1922
Popularity
Dolline: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Dolline from the 1920s through to the 1950s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 19 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Dolline by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dolline during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Dolline
The given name Dolline is believed to have originated from the French language, with its roots traced back to the Middle Ages. Derived from the Old French word "doler," which means "to lament" or "to mourn," the name Dolline carries a somber connotation, potentially referring to a melancholic or sorrowful person.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dolline can be found in the medieval French epic poem "La Chanson de Roland" (The Song of Roland), which dates back to the 11th century. In this literary work, Dolline is mentioned as the name of a character, although her exact role or significance is not well-documented.
Throughout history, the name Dolline has been relatively uncommon, but a few notable individuals have carried this moniker. One such person was Dolline de Caumont (1510-1572), a French noblewoman who played a significant role in the religious wars of the 16th century as a supporter of the Protestant cause.
Another historical figure bearing the name Dolline was Dolline Gioffreddo (1645-1718), an Italian painter active during the Baroque period. Her works, primarily religious paintings and portraits, can be found in various churches and museums across Italy.
In the realm of literature, Dolline Musset (1805-1857) was a French writer and poet who was the sister of the renowned Romantic author Alfred de Musset. Although her literary contributions were overshadowed by her brother's fame, she published several collections of poetry and was celebrated in her own right.
Across the Atlantic, Dolline Haugland (1892-1986) was an American artist and illustrator known for her work in children's books. Her whimsical and imaginative illustrations graced numerous publications throughout the early to mid-20th century, capturing the hearts of young readers.
Lastly, Dolline Cauvin (1920-2010) was a French actress and screenwriter who had a prolific career spanning over six decades. She appeared in numerous films, television shows, and theater productions, earning critical acclaim for her versatility and talent.
While the name Dolline may have had a somber origin, these individuals have left their mark in various fields, demonstrating the diversity and richness that a name can embody throughout history.
People
Dolline + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dolline as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dolline: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dolline?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 20 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dolline going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 17,137,717 US residents.
Is Dolline a common name?
We classify Dolline as "Very Rare". It ranks above 39.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 54 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dolline most popular?
The single biggest year for Dolline was 1933, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dolline is about 77 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Dolline in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dolline a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dolline in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Dolline still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dolline in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Dolline can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Dolline?
Find out how many Americans are named Dolline on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.