How to Pronounce Dolly
Dolly / dahlee /
The name Dolly is a Female name of English origin meaning "Dolly is often used as a diminutive of Dorothy or Dolores, signifying "gift of God" or "sorrows" respectively. It can also be used independently as a cute and endearing name.". It is pronounced dahlee.
Meaning & Origin
Dolly is a English name meaning "Dolly is often used as a diminutive of Dorothy or Dolores, signifying "gift of God" or "sorrows" respectively. It can also be used independently as a cute and endearing name.". Dolly originates primarily as a diminutive of Dorothy or Dolores; Dorothy comes from Greek 'doron' (gift) and 'theos' (God), while Dolores is of Spanish origin meaning 'sorrows'.
Quick Facts
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dahlee. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Dolly
- · Dolly Parton - Singer
- · Dolly Wells - Actress
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Dolly?
- Dolly is pronounced dahlee.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Dolly?
- The correct pronunciation of Dolly is dahlee (IPA: dɑli).
- Is Dolly a English name?
- Yes, Dolly is a English name meaning "Dolly is often used as a diminutive of Dorothy or Dolores, signifying "gift of God" or "sorrows" respectively. It can also be used independently as a cute and endearing name.".
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