Doris
Introduction
A gift or a sea breeze in Greek.
Background Story
The name Doris comes from Greek mythology, as it was the name of a sea nymph, the daughter of the god Nereus. Doris was known as the personification of the sea, often associated with the bounty of the ocean. It has been used in literature and art throughout history, also notably in the works of poets like Homer.
Letter Count
Variations
Doria, Dorisette
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