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GirlPronounced American English /ˈdɔɹ.kəs/; British English /ˈdɔː.kəs/Greek language family

Dorcas

A name meaning "gazelle".

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Dorcas is a girl name meaning "gazelle".

Pronunciation: American English /ˈdɔɹ.kəs/; British English /ˈdɔː.kəs/.

GenderGirl
Meaninggazelle
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈdɔɹ.kəs/; British English /ˈdɔː.kəs/
Language familyGreek

Meaning and history

This name is derived from Greek δορκάς (dorkas) meaning "gazelle". This is the Greek translation of the name Tabitha in the New Testament (see Acts 9:36 ). At present it is most commonly used in English-speaking Africa.

Notes and context

Usage: biblical, english | Ancient Greek: Δορκάς