Dorset Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dorset Name at a Glance

Name	Dorset
Meaning	'King Richard III' Marquis of Dorset, son of Edward's Queen.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dorset Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dorset means “'King Richard III' Marquis of Dorset, son of Edward's Queen”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dorset Name Origin

Our database records Dorset under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dorset a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dorset is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dorset

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